Lot 47

Sale NZ1 · The Unique & Unparalleled Collection of New Zealand Historical Medals & Memorabilia (Part 1)

Description

New Zealand International Exhibition, Christchurch, 1882, struck in gold (22ct, 3.9g, 19mm), no maker, pierced at top, overstruck on a British Queen Victoria young head half sovereign, the undertype visible on both sides, reverse inscribed with initials 'A.T.' (M.1882/10). Slightly bent, otherwise extremely fine and extremely rare.

Possibly to the renowned medallist Anton Teutenberg of Auckland.

Unlisted in gold by Morel.

Estimate
$1,000
Result Status
Passed in

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