CHINA. Silvered Kiangsu, Chekiang, Anhwei Silk Cocoon Fair 2nd Place Award Medal, 1926.
48.2 mm; 35 gms. VERY RARE. Facing bust of Northern warlord Sun Chan-Fang (1885-1935) within border of mulberry leaves; Reverse: Inscription "SECOND CLASS MEDAL" at center, "KIANGSU-CHEKIANG-ANHWEI SILK COCOON FAIR" around. Attractive silver-gray patina with darker tones and some iridescence around the peripheries. Scattered contact marks, otherwise a bold and appealing piece. NEARLY EXTREMELY FINE.
Estimate: $1500.00- $2000.00