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Collector's Choice November 2022 Auction 14-17 Nov 2022
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GERMANY. Cologne (Koln). Glockengasse Synagogue Bronze Medal, 1861. Geerts (Ixelles) Mint. NGC MS-62 Brown.
Ross-M239 (R3); van Hoydonck-182; Reinecke-61. By J. Wiener. Diameter: 59mm. Obverse: Exterior perspective view of the synagogue building; Reverse: Interior perspective view of the synagogue. A VERY RARE and highly desirable type, this example presents a departure from the other Christian-oriented edifices celebrated in the series, with the Hagia Sophia being the only other in that vein. An exceptional piece of Judaica in addition to being a great architectural type.
Estimate: $400 - $600
Ross-M239 (R3); van Hoydonck-182; Reinecke-61. By J. Wiener. Diameter: 59mm. Obverse: Exterior perspective view of the synagogue building; Reverse: Interior perspective view of the synagogue. A VERY RARE and highly desirable type, this example presents a departure from the other Christian-oriented edifices celebrated in the series, with the Hagia Sophia being the only other in that vein. An exceptional piece of Judaica in addition to being a great architectural type.
Estimate: $400 - $600