Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
May 2023 World CCO Auction 16-19 May 2023
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SWITZERLAND. Neuchâtel Cantonal Shooting Festival in La Chaux-de-Fonds Silver Medal, 1913. PCGS SPECIMEN-64.
R-994a; Martin-547. By Jean David Hirschy, La Chaux-de-Fonds. 33mm. Obverse: Variation of the Arms of La Chaux-de-Fonds between fir trees, city view in the background; perimeter legend; Reverse: Shooter aiming rifle at the viewer against a subtle rendering of the Neuchâtel Arms, laurel sprigs above at left and right; anepigraphic. A dynamic and somewhat unsettling reverse design makes this a most captivating medal. This example exhibits a pleasing uniform light argent toning throughout. To view all items from the PHG Collection click here.
From the PHG Collection.
Estimate: $60 - $100
R-994a; Martin-547. By Jean David Hirschy, La Chaux-de-Fonds. 33mm. Obverse: Variation of the Arms of La Chaux-de-Fonds between fir trees, city view in the background; perimeter legend; Reverse: Shooter aiming rifle at the viewer against a subtle rendering of the Neuchâtel Arms, laurel sprigs above at left and right; anepigraphic. A dynamic and somewhat unsettling reverse design makes this a most captivating medal. This example exhibits a pleasing uniform light argent toning throughout. To view all items from the PHG Collection click here.
From the PHG Collection.
Estimate: $60 - $100