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About LinkBacksThis medal from Peru came into my possesion a few years ago. It was issued in 1924 to commemorate the battle of Ayacucro. I have seen this medal in gold, but never in silver. Anyone have info on this one ???
This medal from Peru came into my possesion a few years ago. It was issued in 1924 to commemorate the battle of Ayacucro. I have seen this medal in gold, but never in silver. Anyone have info on this one ???
And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse: and He that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.
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Thanks for the refresher.Originally Posted by Numismat
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And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse: and He that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.
The metal you have I think has something to do with Peru war with Spain to become there own nation.that is what learn about a few Commemorative.I spent2 years in Peru when I was in the US Army+ station at the USA UN there. that is what 2 coin shop owner told me too.
For future reference (or Googling), it's A Y A C U C H O. I looked in the August 31, 1971 auction catalog of Almanzar's huge sale of Latin American rarities, tokens, and medals, and did not find this item offered, gold or silver.
Thank you, one and all for your help. Its a difficult little piece.
And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse: and He that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.
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