Lot 2141
Catherine II the Great, 1762-1796, Medals of Catherine II, Medal. Catherine II the Great, 1762-1796, Medals of Catherine II, Medal. Bronze. 91 mm. By J.B. Gass. Count Alexey Grigorievich Orlov, Award Medal of the Admiralty Collegium, 1770. Diakov 153.1 (R1), Reichel 4469, Sm--, Tiregal 107. Uniformed and helmeted, half-length bust of the Count r., head facing, holding staff / Detailed map of Chesmé Bay showing the Russian and Turkish fleets arrayed in battle positions, Spalmatore Island lower right, at lower left, tiny Cherub blows the wind right. Some tiny edge bruises and dark areas. Very fine.
Estimated Value $1,000-UP.
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