Commemorative & Historical Medals 1936-2017
Lot 591 eSale Commemorative & Historical Medals 1936-2017
Estimate $70
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THE LORD RUTHERFORD CENTENNIAL MEDAL, 1971, struck in silver (39mm), issued by The Royal Society of New Zealand and minted at The Franklin Mint (designed by James Berry) (M&P.1971/12 [unlisted in silver]); also, PNC issued by Nuphil Associates, Nelson, date stamped 1 Dec 1971, with (M&P.1971/12 (bright bronze)) inset, cover hand signed 'James Berry'. Toned, uncirculated, the first illustrated. (2)
Together with a 'Nu-Storycard' (Nu47) giving details of the issue.
Ex Leon G.Morel Collection, purchased privately in April 2010.
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