 1848 William Page Medal. J.PE.24. Copper, bronzed. 47.6 mm. By C.C. Wright and Salathiel Ellis. Choice Uncirculated. Pleasing, light mahogany surface finish. An unusual medal and one not often found in auction sales of Mint medals. The obverse shows artist Page's bust facing right while the back shows an empty pallette and brushes. Page (1811 at Albany-1885 on Staten Island) was considered to be the most important fine artist of his time.
Ex Thomas Hall & Virgil Brand Collections (appraised for $2) via New Netherlands Coin Company, date unrecorded.
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