1921 Medal LM-997 Ag CONMEM. Rev. MS(PCGS#514884)

February 2019 Collectors Choice Online Auction - World Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

70131

Grade

MS64

Price

2,400

Lot Description

CHINA. Colonists' Centennial of Peruvian Independence Silver Medal, 1921. Lima Mint. PCGS MS-64 Gold Shield. L&M-997. Produced for and issued by Chinese immigrants in Peru in observance of the 100th anniversary of Peruvian independence from colonial Spain. Obverse features conjoined arms of China and Peru, and it is interesting to note that the Chinese coat of arms overlaps the Peruvian coat of arms, even though the medal was struck at the Lima mint by Peruvians in observance of the Peruvian centennial; Reverse: Nine line inscription. Toned and original. Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500.