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Auction: 23001 - Orders, Decorations and Medals
Lot: 502

(x) China, Empire, Legation Merit Medal, 43mm, silver, fitted with ball and loop suspension, mounted as worn with pins (Continental) and in fitted leather A. Bacqueville, Paris case, all but mint and very rare

During 1896, the aged Li Hung-Chang became the first Qing Dynasty Minister and began his world tour with a visit to Russia to represent China at the Coronation of Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by envoys from the Chinese Embassies around the world. During his 190-day visit, he took in four continents and crossed three oceans.

Given the mounting style and case with this Medal, it seems likely it was bestowed and worn with pride by a French Minister or Official.

Subject to 5% tax on Hammer Price in addition to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium.

Sold for
£5,000

Starting price
£1700