CHILE, Republic. 1818-present. Silver Plated Medal (43x61mm, 75.20 g, 12h). Centennial of the First Government Gathering, 18 September 1810. By René Lalique (signed R. LALIQUE), but without hallmarks. Dually dated 1810 and 1910. Good VF.Electronic Auction 547 World Medals, Silver Sold For $ 375. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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CHILE, Republic. 1818-present. Silver Plated Medal (43x61mm, 75.20 g, 12h). Centennial of the First Government Gathering, 18 September 1810. By René Lalique (signed R. LALIQUE), but without hallmarks. Dually dated 1810 and 1910. Chile standing facing on base inscribed REPUBLICA DE CHILE/PRIMER/CENTENARIO in three lines, holding laurel branch and grain ears; additional grain ears around; above, frame inscribed 1810 18 SETIEMBRE 1910; R. LALIQUE to lower right / Radiate Chilean flag flying to right; Chilean coat-of-arms below; in background, view of Andes from the coast. Toned, hole in base for attachment to stand (now missing). Good VF. |