Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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FRANCE. Gold Dramatists Commision Jeton, "1829" (after 1851). PCGS SPECIMEN-60.
Weight: 20.82 gms. Obverse: Lyre topped by chessboard bishop, mirror, feather, and sword; engraved "E. 1848 DU PEUTY S. 1851" around central devices; Reverse: Inscription: "FONDÉE LE 7 MARS 1829" surrounding wreath with further inscription "COMMISSION DES AUTEURS DRAMATIQUES" within. A handsomely designed and attractive Jeton in gold, the present specimen does display some evidence of handling, with marking and hits that do dull the luster a bit.
Estimate: $1800 - $2200
Weight: 20.82 gms. Obverse: Lyre topped by chessboard bishop, mirror, feather, and sword; engraved "E. 1848 DU PEUTY S. 1851" around central devices; Reverse: Inscription: "FONDÉE LE 7 MARS 1829" surrounding wreath with further inscription "COMMISSION DES AUTEURS DRAMATIQUES" within. A handsomely designed and attractive Jeton in gold, the present specimen does display some evidence of handling, with marking and hits that do dull the luster a bit.
Estimate: $1800 - $2200