Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
May 2023 World CCO Auction 16-19 May 2023
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SWITZERLAND. Mendrisio Inaugural Shooting Festival Silver Medal, 1889. NGC MS-64.
R-1400b; Martin-797. By Stefono Johnson, Milan. 46mm. Obverse: Overlapping Arms of Mendrisio and Ticino with shooting hat above, all resting on a bed of oak and olive branches; Reverse: Conspiracy of the Grütli in 1307 which led to Swiss independence. Listed as "Rare" in Richter. A charming medallic window into Swiss history and culture, augmented by superb hints of gunmetal, aqua, and violet toning that emphasize the design elements. A lovely example. To view all items from the PHG Collection click here.
From the PHG Collection.
Estimate: $500 - $700
R-1400b; Martin-797. By Stefono Johnson, Milan. 46mm. Obverse: Overlapping Arms of Mendrisio and Ticino with shooting hat above, all resting on a bed of oak and olive branches; Reverse: Conspiracy of the Grütli in 1307 which led to Swiss independence. Listed as "Rare" in Richter. A charming medallic window into Swiss history and culture, augmented by superb hints of gunmetal, aqua, and violet toning that emphasize the design elements. A lovely example. To view all items from the PHG Collection click here.
From the PHG Collection.
Estimate: $500 - $700