Lot 920

Description

Captain James Cook, 1970, in lead bronze (51mm) (C.1970/25), obverse, bust of Cook half facing right with navigational instruments behind, reverse, back view of Endeavour; James Cook Navigator, 1779-1979, in bronze (57mm) (C.1979/8), by Amor, obverse, bust of Cook half facing right, reverse, scene of battle where Cook was killed by Hawaiians, edge inscribed, 'The Metropolitan Coin Club of Sydney * 1728-1978 *** 1779-1979 * No.35'. The first with light oxidation toning areas, otherwise uncirculated. (2)