RUSSIA. Nicholas I/200th Anniversary of the Imperial Alexander University in Finland Silver Medal, 1840. PCGS SPECIMEN-53.
Diakov-559.1. Dies by H. Gube: Engraver CA. Obverse: Portrait of Nicholas facing left with legend around; Reverse: Six line inscription inside wreath. An attractive example with much originality and a lovely cabinet patina. Some rub at only the highest of points is observed. The oldest and the largest university in Finland with the widest range of disciplines available. The university was founded in 1640 as the Royal Academy of Abo. In 1828, it was moved to Helsingfors (now Helsinki) and was renamed "the Imperial Alexander University" in Finland. With the independence of Finland in 1917 the university was given the name of University of Helsinki. Due to the size and nature of this lot, additional shipping charges apply. Please call 800-458-4646 for more information.
Estimate: $800.00- $1200.00