Lot 931

Sale 88 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes, Dr John Chapman Collection

Description

Australian International Exhibitions, Sydney 1879-80, Melbourne 1880-81, in bronze (76mm) by J.S.& A.B.Wyon, inscribed on reverse 'Warington W. / Smyth / F.R.S. / Commissioner'. With case of issue. FDC.

Sir Warington Wilkinson Smyth (1817-1890). A noted geologist and mineralogist. Elected F.G.S. in 1845-6 and President from 1866-68.

Estimate
$400
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$440

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