Victoria gold Matte Specimen "Diamond Jubilee" Medal 1897 MS67 NGC, Eimer-1817a, BHM-3506. 55mm. 93.04gm. By G.W. de Saulles, after T. Brock and W. Wyon. Among the abundant Medal series amassed during Victoria's fruitful reign, the 'Diamond Jubilee' concept is arguably among the top three most highly esteemed and sought-after, a testament to the excellence of its composition and to the historical gravity of her reign. The current selection presents the coveted interpretation in a grand format, the most befitting environment to fully comprehend the intricacies and timeless elegance of the engraved patterns. Its subdued-like boundaries exhibit both her jubilee and early portraits, the surrounding fields blissfully serene and virtually free of any detracting marks. It can be asserted with confidence that this piece currently stands as the finest extant, unchallenged in both quality and display that are difficult to see matched or improved upon. HID09801242017 © 2023 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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