Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
April 2015 Hong Kong Auction - Online Sess. E-F 6-7 April 2015
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CHINA. Mixed Medals & Badges, ND.
13 pieces in lot. Two are silver, the others in minor metals. All but one appear to be Chinese, or China-related pieces. Highlights include a silver heart-shaped medal inscribed, "Comrade of Quit Smoking" (in Chinese) and is thought to be an anti-opium medal, one appears to be mint employee badge, and one refers to a Peruvian organization of Chinese immigrants. A diverse and intriguing group that is an excellent start for the novice collector. Some have been cleaned and/or have other defects. Should be examined closely. SOLD AS IS/NO RETURNS. VERY FINE-EXTREMELY FINE.
Estimate: $450.00- $650.00
13 pieces in lot. Two are silver, the others in minor metals. All but one appear to be Chinese, or China-related pieces. Highlights include a silver heart-shaped medal inscribed, "Comrade of Quit Smoking" (in Chinese) and is thought to be an anti-opium medal, one appears to be mint employee badge, and one refers to a Peruvian organization of Chinese immigrants. A diverse and intriguing group that is an excellent start for the novice collector. Some have been cleaned and/or have other defects. Should be examined closely. SOLD AS IS/NO RETURNS. VERY FINE-EXTREMELY FINE.
Estimate: $450.00- $650.00