Lot 329

Sale 130 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Sydney Exhibition, 1879, self awarded prize medal inscribed on a Great Britain, Queen Anne 'Roses and Plumes' silver crown, appears to be second bust type 1707-8, pierced hole for suspension, reverse shaved and re-engraved including with new legend, 'Sidney (sic)/Exhibition/1st Prize/For Hops 1879'. Very good and unusual.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$380

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