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Auction: 344 - The Numismatic Collector's Series Sale at Grand Hyatt, NY INC
Lot: 1266

World's Columbian Expo. 1892 Stefano Johnson's Cristoforo Colombo Medal. Bronze. 60mm. By Ludovico Pogliaghi and Angelo Cappuccio, struck by Stefano Johnson, Milano. Bust of Columbus ¾ left, framed by Indian princess grasping hands with Europa, Western Hemisphere above, eagle below, rev. The "fruits of Discovery"; personification of Civilization surrounded by genii striking awe in Indian warriors. A lovely medal. Uncirculated.

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$300