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ANA Signature Sale 3066 17 Aug 2018
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Victoria gold Specimen Coronation Medal 1838 SP61 PCGS, 36mm, 31.06g, Eimer-1315, BHM-1801. By Benedito Pistrucci. An incredibly high-relief specimen among the last engravings by Pistrucci before his replacement by Wyon, this coveted type combines elements from some of the most celebrated coins of the British series: the reverse depicting young Victoria seated on her throne beside a lion, being presented the crown by Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, the 'three graces' with arms around one another. Although clear handling marks stand out among the reflective fields, bounding the assigned grade, they are quickly counterbalanced by the marked historicity and stunning aesthetic allure.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 5000-7000 USD
Victoria gold Specimen Coronation Medal 1838 SP61 PCGS, 36mm, 31.06g, Eimer-1315, BHM-1801. By Benedito Pistrucci. An incredibly high-relief specimen among the last engravings by Pistrucci before his replacement by Wyon, this coveted type combines elements from some of the most celebrated coins of the British series: the reverse depicting young Victoria seated on her throne beside a lion, being presented the crown by Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, the 'three graces' with arms around one another. Although clear handling marks stand out among the reflective fields, bounding the assigned grade, they are quickly counterbalanced by the marked historicity and stunning aesthetic allure.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 5000-7000 USD