Lot 1102
Exceptional 1892-93 Official Columbian Exposition Award Medal with Original Box. Eglit-90. MS-65 Brown. Bronze, 76mm. The obverse was engraved by Augustus Saint Gaudens. The reverse was engraved by Charles F. Barber. It was struck by the U.S Mint. This medal was awarded to Henry Lefranc and it is enclosed in its original black plush lined aluminum case. This medal is difficult to find in high grade and without spots or uneven color. The color on this one is a rich and even reddish brown. This is one of the finest known.
Estimated Value $500-UP.
The Hoffman Collection.
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