Aust. Historical Medals
Lot 758 Session 3 (2.30pm Tue 25th March) Aust. Historical Medals
Estimate $500
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BURKE & WILLS, 1861, in white metal (38mm) by E.A. Sc T.S.M. at base (C.1861/1 this piece). Reverse with casting flaw, very fine.
Ex Dr John M.Chapman Collection, Noble Numismatics Sale 88 (lot 769).
This specimen suggests that some pieces were cast rather than struck. 'E.A.' is Ernst Altmann, 'T.S.M.' is Thomas Stokes Maker.
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