 Undated (ca. 1860) John Brown Medal. Silver. 57.6 mm. 898.9 gns. By Jean Wurden. Gem Proof. The first of the two Garrett specimens. This example is beautifully toned in deep silver gray with iridescent rose, gold and blue shadings over brightly reflective surfaces. Same obverse and reverse types as the preceding and like it, extremely rare. Jean Wurden began his family's soon to become famous die works in Brussels after earlier working in Paris.
Ex the Chapmans privately in March, 1895, Garrett Collection (Bowers & Ruddy, March 25, 1981, lot 2063).
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