Lot 1075
Sale 134 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Sydney International Exhibition, M.D.C.C.C.L.X.X.I.X. (1879), in bronze (76mm), by J.S. & A.B.Wyon, reverse inscribed, 'Awarded/To/R.G.Ford./Melbourne. Victoria./Rock Boring Machine/First Class/Special Prize'. A few small tone spots, otherwise nearly uncirculated.
Ex Noble Numismatics Sale 56 (lot 693, part).
In the Machines and Tools of Mining, Chemistry, &c from Victoria: R.G.Ford, East Brighton, Melbourne, patent rock-boring machine and pole received a Special, 1st place award.
- Estimate
- $300
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $180