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January 2015 NYINC Auction - Sess. B 10 January 2015
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PERU. Lima. Silver Proclamation Medal, 1760. Charles III (1759-88). ALMOST UNCIRCULATED.
36.7 mm; 14.14 gms. Med-79; Her-71; Betts-469. Armored bust of Charles III right; Reverse: Crowned arms of Lima between pillars of Hercules. The proclamation ceremonies occurred on August 21st 1760. Flanking the eagle on reverse are the letters "SUP -VND", an abbreviation of Viceroy Superanda. Nicely struck on lustrous metal. A very choice and high grade example of this medal that is often found well circulated and sometimes holed. Attractive toning with iridescent hues. ALMOST UNCIRCULATED.
From the John Adams Collection.
Estimate: $500.00- $700.00
36.7 mm; 14.14 gms. Med-79; Her-71; Betts-469. Armored bust of Charles III right; Reverse: Crowned arms of Lima between pillars of Hercules. The proclamation ceremonies occurred on August 21st 1760. Flanking the eagle on reverse are the letters "SUP -VND", an abbreviation of Viceroy Superanda. Nicely struck on lustrous metal. A very choice and high grade example of this medal that is often found well circulated and sometimes holed. Attractive toning with iridescent hues. ALMOST UNCIRCULATED.
From the John Adams Collection.
Ex: Henry Christensen.
Estimate: $500.00- $700.00