George H. Blake – Set of two (2) New York Numismatic Club Presidential Medals in Sterling Silver (38mm, 25.25g, 12h) and Bronze (38mm, 27.76g, 12h). Artist: Jonathan M. Swanson. No date (1927).

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George H. Blake – Set of two (2) New York Numismatic Club Presidential Medals in Sterling Silver (38mm, 25.25g, 12h) and Bronze (38mm, 27.76g, 12h). Artist: Jonathan M. Swanson. No date (1927). GEORGE/ H • BLAKE/ • in three lines in left field, JMS monogram at right above shoulder, aged, meticulous-featured bust in business suit left / NEW YORK NUMISMATIC CLUB • ORGANIZED 1908 •, reverse 2: torch-bearer in Classical tunic holds a coin whose bold rays enlighten ancient civilizations. IoC p. 172. Toned. As made. No serial number on either medal. Two (2) medals in lot. 23 silver and 49 bronze medals were struck.

From the Dr. Jay M. Galst Collection.

Blake served as treasurer of the ANA for 25 years.

Closing Date and Time: 26 May 2021 at 14:51:40 ET.

All winning bids are subject to an 18% buyer’s fee.