Baldwin's of St. James's
Auction 7 21 Jun 2017
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Foreign Coins and Medals, Belgian Congo, Mgr. Jean-Félix de Hemptine (1876-1958), Bishop of Katanga, Golden Jubilee, uniface copper plate, 1951, stamped in imitation of engraving, bust l., legend and arms, 115 x 86mm. (Vancraenbroeck - ; cf Elsen Auction 130, lot 1419), much as made
In influence, Jean-Félix de Hemptinne was one of the 'Holy Trinity' of the Congo, with Mr. Marrons, the Governor and the UMHK representing business. However, in the opinion of many, it was he who was the most powerful authority in colonial Katanga - the richest province of Belgian Cong
Estimate: 80-120 GBP
In influence, Jean-Félix de Hemptinne was one of the 'Holy Trinity' of the Congo, with Mr. Marrons, the Governor and the UMHK representing business. However, in the opinion of many, it was he who was the most powerful authority in colonial Katanga - the richest province of Belgian Cong
Estimate: 80-120 GBP