NumisBids
  
Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
Auction 119  20-23 Nov 2018
View prices realized

Lot 2809

Estimate: 100 AUD
Price realized: 160 AUD
Find similar lots
Share this lot: Share by Email
USA, MAJ GENL W.H.HARRISON Presidential campaign hard times token, 1840, in brass (23mm) (De Witt WHH-1840-54), holed at top edge; The 100th Anniversary of American Independence, Great International Exhibition, Fairmont Park, Philadelphia, 1876, in walnut timber (62mm), obverse, George Washington head right. Very fine - nearly extremely fine. (2)

The George Washington medal was heat pressed onto walnut timber discs by the Ornamental Wood Company of Philadelphia at the exhibition in the Machinery Hall. It was part of a 6-piece set comprising different medal designs and sizes all struck in timber.
Question about this auction? Contact Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd