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NYINC Signature Sale 3044 3-4 January 2016
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Battle of Waterloo Gutta Percha Obverse and Reverse Medallic Casting Impressions (1815), Eimer-1067b., BHM-870. 134mm. By Pistrucci. An extremely rare variant of this famous medal, cast in gutta percha, a plastic-like resinous substance that was popular during the period, with a plaster backing. As is typical of medals produced in this manner, the finish has a crackled effect from age, but careful handling is evident given its apparent fragility. The medals rest side-by-side in their original custom plush-lined black-varnished metal case.
Estimate: 2000-3000 USD
Battle of Waterloo Gutta Percha Obverse and Reverse Medallic Casting Impressions (1815), Eimer-1067b., BHM-870. 134mm. By Pistrucci. An extremely rare variant of this famous medal, cast in gutta percha, a plastic-like resinous substance that was popular during the period, with a plaster backing. As is typical of medals produced in this manner, the finish has a crackled effect from age, but careful handling is evident given its apparent fragility. The medals rest side-by-side in their original custom plush-lined black-varnished metal case.
Estimate: 2000-3000 USD