B. Franklin Americain Medallion, 1777. Bronze cast uniface, 91.2mm. Fuld FR.ME.L.3 var. Extremely Fine or better. Deep glossy saddle-brown, uniform patina. Cast at an unknown date from a mold taken from the Nini fur hat medal, including fictitious Arms, NINI, date 1777 in field. Mounted on blue velvet in 160 x 135 open frame. A handsome and fascinating derivative item and an excellent display piece.
Ex Garrett Collection, Part IV (Bowers & Ruddy Galleries, March 1981, lot 1913).
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