Lot 2309
Sale 96 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Melbourne Exhibition 1875, Philadelphia Exhibition 1876, in silvered bronze (69mm) (C.1876/6), designed by Julius Hogarth, struck by Stokes and Martin, edge impressed "JULIUS HOGARTH". Extremely fine, very rare, unique as a presentation piece to the designer.
Julius Hogarth arrived in Sydney in 1852, entered partnership with Conrad Erichsen and produced the famous threepenny token in 1858. In 1866 Hogarth settled in Melbourne and worked for Stokes to produce the dies for many of the early Australian medals.
- Estimate
- $1,200
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $2,500