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FRANCE. Catherine de Medici Cast Bronze Medal, "1589". UNCIRCULATED.
Maz-345; Jones-175. Diameter: 52.1 mm at the widest point; weight: 43.19 gms. Commemorative medal for the death of Catherine de Medici on January 5, 1589. Obverse: Bust left, date below; Reverse: Brazier symbolizing the continuing feelings of love she felt for Henri II (who died in 1559), which burned on despite the many falling tears. A well cast Medal with very high obverse profile and dark brassy color.
Estimate: $500.00- $800.00
Maz-345; Jones-175. Diameter: 52.1 mm at the widest point; weight: 43.19 gms. Commemorative medal for the death of Catherine de Medici on January 5, 1589. Obverse: Bust left, date below; Reverse: Brazier symbolizing the continuing feelings of love she felt for Henri II (who died in 1559), which burned on despite the many falling tears. A well cast Medal with very high obverse profile and dark brassy color.
Estimate: $500.00- $800.00