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Auction: 332 - The Numismatic Collector's Series Sale
Lot: 520

1864 Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul, Philadelphia Medal. Bronzed Copper. 80mm. 10mm thick. Over 12 oz. By Anthony C. Paquet. Façade of the cathedral, legend around, 1846 commencement and 1864 completion dates in ex., rev. Interior view of the cathedral, Latin legend around. Rare. A magnificent medal and the only American architectural medal that rivals Jacques Wiener's work in complexity of design and depth. A few tiny dark flecks. Uncirculated.

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