"1876" (1877-1878) Centennial Award Medal. Harkness-Unlisted, Julian AM-11. Bronze. MS-65 BN (NGC).102 mm. The central reverse is inscribed to the recipient TO / J. GODY. / BELGIAN COMMISSION. / FOR SERVICES. Satin to modestly semi-reflective surfaces exhibit dominant mahogany-brown patina that lightens to gold and autumn orange in the center of the reverse. An exceptional example of a scarce medal, Julian reports that only 123 examples were made in bronze between September 1877 and June 1878 (along with 27 silver impressions).From our November 2020 Auction, lot 3073.
Estimate: $2500
Price realized | 2'400 USD |
Starting price | 1 USD |
Estimate | 2'500 USD |