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ANA Signature Sale 3066 17 Aug 2018
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George IV gold Proof Coronation Medal 1821 PR62 Cameo NGC, 31.38g, BHM-1070, Eimer-1146. By Benedito Pistrucci. Out of the many coronation medals produced for British monarchs over the last few hundred years, few are as fine in their engraving and visual effect as the present example, produced by Pistrucci for George IV. Although an overweight and unattractive King, the Italian engraver has managed to give George an intensely noble appearance, and in such a high relief that the leaves of his laureate wreath are thrust forward in a symbolic testament to his Kingship and honor. The mirror fields are so pronounced in conjunction with the high relief that, if viewed from the right angle, George's face appears to be in the round as a result of its reflection. On the reverse, we see Victory crowning a notably slim-looking George IV whilst the Three Graces of Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia bear witness. The engraving quality is so fine on this piece, it is difficult to believe that in just three short years George IV would remove Pistrucci as his chief engraver for producing what he deemed to be unflattering portraits! An all-round majestic offering, deep-gold with iridescent red highlights, a truly beautiful masterpiece of engraving.
From the Collection of A Scottish Gentleman
HID02901242017
Estimate: 6000-8000 USD
George IV gold Proof Coronation Medal 1821 PR62 Cameo NGC, 31.38g, BHM-1070, Eimer-1146. By Benedito Pistrucci. Out of the many coronation medals produced for British monarchs over the last few hundred years, few are as fine in their engraving and visual effect as the present example, produced by Pistrucci for George IV. Although an overweight and unattractive King, the Italian engraver has managed to give George an intensely noble appearance, and in such a high relief that the leaves of his laureate wreath are thrust forward in a symbolic testament to his Kingship and honor. The mirror fields are so pronounced in conjunction with the high relief that, if viewed from the right angle, George's face appears to be in the round as a result of its reflection. On the reverse, we see Victory crowning a notably slim-looking George IV whilst the Three Graces of Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia bear witness. The engraving quality is so fine on this piece, it is difficult to believe that in just three short years George IV would remove Pistrucci as his chief engraver for producing what he deemed to be unflattering portraits! An all-round majestic offering, deep-gold with iridescent red highlights, a truly beautiful masterpiece of engraving.
From the Collection of A Scottish Gentleman
HID02901242017
Estimate: 6000-8000 USD