1921 Bartolome Mitre Centenary Bronze Medal Pendant

Argentine bronze commemorative medal, 1921, marking the centenary of the birth of Bartolome Mitre. The obverse features a profile bust of Mitre facing right with the name MITRE at the base and dates A.D. MDCCCXXI and XXVI JVNII MCMXXI. The reverse depicts a nude male figure scattering seeds, surrounded by the Latin legend SPARGIT SEMINA QVAE ALTERI SECVLO PROSINT. An incised signature reading G. ROSSI is present on the reverse ground line. The medal includes an integral suspension loop and split ring. Total weight 13.8g. Dimensions: 36mm Weight: 13.8 g Condition Request Condition Report Good.

Estimate:£7.5

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