Lot 874
Sale 50 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
Description
George III, Resolution and Adventure medal 1772, in platina (brass) by Mathew Boulton (BF on truncation) (44mm) (M.H.373;BHM 165). Struck from the first (or cracked reverse die. Suspension ring missing and pierced for wear, very fine and rare.
These medals from the first die were distributed to the natives by Captain James Cook on his second voyage. They were produced under the direction of Sir Joseph Banks.
- Estimate
- $2,000
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $2,600