PHILIPPINES. Philippine Exhibition Bronze Medal, 1887. Alfonso XIII.

PHILIPPINES. Philippine Exhibition Bronze Medal, 1887. Alfonso XIII. NGC MS-63 Brown. Honeycutt-31A. Diameter: 31 mm. Obverse: Two shields on banners, rope, tassels and hat above, "MANILA" below, legend above "P.P AGUSTINOS" and below "CALSADOS Y DESCALZOS"; Reverse: Seven-line inscription "XV./ CENTENARIA/ DE LA/ CONVERSION/ DE/ Sn AGUSTIN 387-1887". This lovely example boasts a strong strike with bold devices. The surfaces display a beautiful rich brown patina with a cobalt iridescent sheen that pops out when tilted in the light. Vastly superior than normally encountered, this handsome piece is bound to pique the interest of many advanced collectors. Estimate: $500 - $700. Provenance: From the Dr. Earl Honeycutt Collection. To view all items from the Dr. Earl Honeycutt Collection, click

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