INDIA. Gold Medal, AH 1211 (1796/7).
32 mm; 14.31 gms. Eimer-unlisted; cf.Mitchiner, Indian Medals-523 (same); Puddester-796.1 (similar type in bronze); cf. BHM-424 (for type). EXTREMELY RARE. British India, Major General Claude Martin of the British East India Company's Bengal army, 1735-1800. Copied from a Soho Mint bronze medal by Mackenzie. Bust right in military uniform, legend around; Reverse: Arabic inscription. Contrary to the description in the Adams sale, we believe this piece to be struck rather than cast. Loop mounted at 12 o'clock, has seen extensive use in jewelry, but still pleasant in appearance. VERY FINE.
Ex: Lawrence Adams Collection.
Ex: Hess-Divo Sale May 2000, Lot #409 where it hammered at 4100 Swiss Francs.
Estimate: $2500.00- $3500.00