Lot 2262
Sale NZ1 · The Unique & Unparalleled Collection of New Zealand Historical Medals & Memorabilia (Part 1)
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Description
Percy Smith Medal, University of Otago, struck in bronze (1951) (63mm), no maker (Royal Mint, London), reverse inscribed 'W.R.Geddes/1956'. Good extremely fine and extremely rare.
The award is made for published research work in Anthropology by past or present students or members of staff of the University of Otago, or past or present members of staff of the Otago museum.
10 examples were struck in 1951 and given to recipients of the award going back to 1926.
Ex Mayer & Toye (Wellington) Archive, private purchase November 1998.
- Estimate
- $1,500
- Result Status
- Passed in