SWITZERLAND. Western Switzerland Shooting Festival in Biel Silver Medal, 1893. NGC MS-65.
R-225a; Martin-139. By Franz Homberg, Bern and R. Lanz, Biel. 45mm. Obverse: Arms of Bern and Biel at left and right respectively, Swiss cross above, all within a mixed oak and laurel wreath; perimeter legend; Reverse: City defender in period uniform, striding forward, facing left, bearing standard with Arms of Biel, city view in the near background; perimeter legend above. A lovely, high grade example of this issue with a pleasing and uniform dove-gray patina with subtle gunmetal blue toning and the merest hints of gold and russet. To view all items from the PHG Collection click
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Estimate: $300 - $500