Lot 1432

Sale 141 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

London International Exhibition, Crystal Palace, 1884, in bronze (63mm) (BHM 3174), by Pinches and A Fisch, obverse, a muse holding a caduceus and key opening the doors to the Crystal Palace through which can be seen some of the exhibits, a lamb to the left and Corinthian helmet to right, reverse, name and date of exhibition within a wreath, edge impressed, "Duke & Son". Toned very fine.

Ex Alan McRae Collection.^Duke & Son was awarded the medal for their cricket apparatus which included balls, bats and clothing.^See also lots 874, 878, 1405, 1406 and 1423.

Estimate
$120
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$180

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