Lot 4904

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

Description

N.Z.R. (New Zealand Railways), Member's Pass, c1880, struck in silver (22mm), by Kohn & Co (Siegfried Kohn, Wellington), ring top suspension, reverse inscribed 'Hon./J.Bryce/M.H.R.' (Member House of Representatives). Extremely fine and very rare.

John Bryce (1833-1933) was a controversial figure. He was a Member of Parliament at various times from 1871-1891. He was Leader of the Opposition in 1890 but after some damning comments in the House regarding the Premier in 1891, he withdrew from politics altogether.

Ex John Mowbray International Numismatic Auction 12, 2013 (lot 477).

With research.

Estimate
$1,000
Result Status
Passed in

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