Lot 2936
Sale 113 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes
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Description
French colonies, New Caledonia, Compagnie Des Messageries Maritimes "Caledonien", 1952, in bronze (59mm) by R.B.Baron, obverse, map of New Caledonia under two kagu (also cagou) birds, vegetation in the background, reverse, maritime crown over anchor with unicorn's bust left. In box of issue, uncirculated.
The Caledonien was built at Dunkirk by A. & C. de France for the French shipping company, Des Messageries Maritimes. It was delivered in September 1952 and operated on the Marseilles to Sydney service via the Panama Canal. It was named after the French colony of New Caledonia established in 1853.
- Estimate
- $70
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $50