The November 2012 Baltimore Auction - US and World Lots - Live and Internet Only Sessions

Pre-Bidding Ends: 11/15/2012 5:00:00 AM PST
Live Floor and Internet Bidding Begins: 11/15/2012 6:00:00 AM PST

Lot #10252. FRANCE. Silver Lafayette Medal, 1789.

Description: Cuirassed bust of the General, to the light, legend "LE GENERAL LAFAYETTE NE EN 7bre 1757", in the exergue "COMDT. DE LA GDE NATLE/PARISENNE EN 1789". Reverse: 10 line inscription. A seldom seem silver example of a French medal honoring the exploits of this French patriot and American Revolutionary war hero. Late 19th century Paris Mint restrike. Edge: (cornucopia) ARGENT.

ALMOST UNCIRCULATED.

From the Geraldine Rockefeller Dodge Collection.

Estimate: $200 - $300


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