World Medals, Muhammad 'Ali Pasha (1769-1805-1849), Wāli of Egypt, Centenary of Death, a large and impressive bronze medal, 1949, by Henri Dropsy (1885-1969), turbaned and bearded bust, head turned three-quarters r., rev. ships sailing from a harbour defended by cannon, cotton plant blossoming, legend on scroll, 118mm. (Dropsy, Paris 1964, 207), in green leather case of issue, much as issued, edition of 115 specimens, surface dull but extremely fine, an imposing and rare medal
*bt. Baldwin Islamic Coin Auction 4, 8 May 2002 (lot 476)
The reverse design displays items associated with the achievements of Muhammad 'Ali Pasha.
($350-450)