SPAIN. Christopher Columbus/Discovery of America Silver Medal, 1892

SPAIN. Christopher Columbus/Discovery of America Silver Medal, 1892. PCGS SPECIMEN-65.
Eglit-111; Vives-556. Diameter: 70mm. By B. Maura y Montaner in Madrid. Commemorating the 400th anniversary of the discovery of the New World. Obverse: Columbus standing left in Santa Maria, head right, pointing out the sight of land; crew mates to right; in background, Nina and Pinta upon the sea; Reverse: Columbus preparing to kneel right before Ferdinand and Isabella at their double throne; in background to left, Native Americans bearing gifts. A VERY RARE type in silver, this stunning undoubtedly represents about the finest quality that one can possibly hope to encounter, offering iridescent toning and captivating brilliance emanating from the fields.

Estimate: $500 - $1000