Lot 608
Sale 117 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes
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Description
Centennial International Exhibition Melbourne, 1888, in bronze (76mm) (C.1888/8), by Stokes & Martin, edge inscribed, 'C.A.J.Piesse Esq'. Some traces of mint red, extremely fine.
The medal recipient appears to be one and the same Charles A.J.Piesse who was born in Hobart and educated at the Commercial Academy. After finishing his education he worked in an auction house and then moved into commercial shipping. Later he formed his own shipping, forwarding and general agent business in Tasmania. He was prominent in supporting the Anglican Church and also was President of the Hobart Mutual Building Society. He died on 21 October 1909 at 60 years of age.
- Estimate
- $150
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $160