Italian St. John (??) Medal

Discussion in 'World Coins' started by LostDutchman, Apr 14, 2010.

  1. LostDutchman

    LostDutchman Under Staffed & Overly Motivated Supporter

    Hey gang!

    I was at a coin show the other day and I ran across this piece. It's bronze or brass. The one side of the medal looks to have been made for more of a mass produced type medal and the other side (which is why I bought it) looks to have been hand carved... anyone ever seen anything like this?

    Thanks!

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    LostDutchman, Apr 14, 2010
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  3. GDJMSP

    GDJMSP Numismatist Moderator

    No idea as to origin, but I find the differences between the two sides extremely unusual.
     
    GDJMSP, Apr 14, 2010
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  4. LostDutchman

    LostDutchman Under Staffed & Overly Motivated Supporter

    As did I...

    It's really peculiar. The price was right and I took a chance even if I never figure it out... it's a neat little thing.
     
    LostDutchman, Apr 14, 2010
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  5. Ardatirion

    Ardatirion Où est mon poisson

    It was originally unifacial, with the obverse being the only side. The reverse was carved in later.
     
    Ardatirion, Apr 14, 2010
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