GERMANY, Augsburg (city). Georg Hörmann, manager of the Fugger family business. 1491-1552. Cast Nickel-Silver Medal (38.5mm, 24.39 g, 12h). Later cast after an original by Matthes Gebel. Dated 1530 (in Roman numerals). As made.Electronic Auction 524 World Medals, Silver Sold For $ 140. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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GERMANY, Augsburg (city). Georg Hörmann, manager of the Fugger family business. 1491-1552. Cast Nickel-Silver Medal (38.5mm, 24.39 g, 12h). Later cast after an original by Matthes Gebel. Dated 1530 (in Roman numerals). GEORGIVS HERMAN ÆTATIS SVÆ AN XXXVIII, capped bust right / Candelabra flanked by MD XXIX below, FVNGENDO/ CONSVMOR over two coats-of-arms and plumed helmet; all within wreath. Cf. Habich 1001; cf. Kress 597b (issue in lead). Light iridescent toning, edge marks. As made. |