COLOMBIA. Simon Bolivar/Abolition of Slavery Gold Medal, 1846. PCGS SPECIMEN-62 Gold Shield.
Fonrobert-8106. Diameter: 47mm; Weight: 68.10 gms. By Tenerani & Voigt. Obverse: Facing statue facing Simon Bolivar standing facing, draped and holding sword and scroll; all set upon plinth; Reverse: Bolivar standing slightly left, wearing tricorne hat, resting hand upon sword, and holding papers abolishing slavery; to left, male freedman upon his knees and clasping the foreleg of Bolivar; behind him, a freedwoman holds and suckles an infant; palm tree in background. An incredibly powerful and EXTREMELY RARE medal, especially in gold, this piece presents a very moving scene upon the reverse, with an enslaved family receiving their freedom from the aptly named 'Liberator.' Some scattered scuffs and hairlines are observed in the fields, but do not interfere with the message that is conveyed. Known in bronze and hardly ever seen in silver, this represents the only such example in gold that this cataloger could locate. As such, a piece relating to the abolition movement that should undoubtedly generate tremendous enthusiasm and appeal, and an opportunity that quite likely will not present itself again anytime soon. Includes original case of issue.
Estimate: $15000 - $30000