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NUMISMATIC NUGGETS: DECEMBER 29, 2019Here's a selection of interesting or unusual items I came across in the marketplace this week. Nothing says "ooooh, shiny!" like some gold coins or medals. Tell us what you think of some of these. -Editor c1811 Cambridge University Chancellor's Gold Medal
  GREAT BRITAIN. Cambridge University Chancellor's Gold Medal, ND (ca. 1811). George III. PCGS SPECIMEN-62 Gold Shield. 52mm; 99.67 gms. BHM-Unlisted (though cf. 723 for rev.); Eimer-Unlisted. By J. Kirk (obv.) and N. Marchant & T. Wyon, Jr. (rev.). Struck in commemoration of the appointment of Prince William Frederick, the Duke of Gloucester and Edinburgh, as Chancellor of Cambridge University. Obverse: Laureate, draped, and armored bust right; Reverse: Apollo standing left, holding lyre and crowning scholar to left, holding scroll and placing hand over breast. Edge: JOHN GRAHAM A:B: CHRISTS COLL:. Sharing its obverse with an earlier chancellor's (the Duke of Grafton) medal, this later piece was struck under his successor ca. 1811 and utilizing an updated reverse design. In terms of rarity, seemingly on par with the Grafton piece, if not slightly SCARCER, especially with reflective fields, frosted devices, and warm honey golden toning as is featured on this piece. Graced with intricate detail on the obverse bust and reverse standing figures, though a few minor scuffs and contact marks are noted in the fields. Overall, an attractive and interesting personalized medal very seldom appearing in auction. Sold with original round display case. Incorrectly attributed as the Grafton piece (Eimer-728 and as ND [1768]) on the holder. To read the complete lot description, see:
1890 Central American Union Pact Gold Medal
  GUATEMALA. Central American Union Pact Gold & Silver Medals (2 Pieces), 1890. Both NGC MS-63. Gold Medal. 32.30 gms. Some scattered marks and hairlines on the reverse, but presenting tremendous luster. Interesting piece. I'm unfamiliar with the history behind it. -Editor To read the complete lot description, see:
1987 Nobel Nominating Committee for Economics Gilt Silver Medal
  SWEDEN. Nobel Nominating Committee for Economics Gilt Silver Medal, 1987. PCGS SPECIMEN-66 Gold Shield. Edge inscribed "N10", indicating the year 1987. Obverse: Head of Alfred Nobel left above crossed cornucopiae; Reverse: Swedish triple crowns with radiant star at center, large crown above. Textured surfaces throughout. Privy marks and date on edge. This medal in silver is bestowed to members of the Royal Academy of Science during the nominating process for laureates in Economics. Upon receipt of ten silver versions they may be traded for one example in gold. The textured surfaces are packed with their glittering mint luster and overall a very appealing example. Cool item, and the next best thing to an actual Nobel prize medal. -Editor To read the complete lot description, see:
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