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June 16, 2010

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LOT 230

Lot 230

Captain Thomas Hannaford Hurd (1747-1823), Royal Navy, Gold Presentation Medallion, 1822

Captain Thomas Hannaford Hurd (1747-1823), Royal Navy, Gold Presentation Medallion, 1822
Lot 230 Details
Captain Thomas Hannaford Hurd (1747-1823), Royal Navy, Gold Presentation Medallion, 1822

diameter 1.6" — 4.1 cm.
2.8 oz. — 87 grams
signed Michaut in the truncation

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Note:

A captain in the Royal Navy, Hurd was second Admiralty Hydrographer, Superintendent of Chronometers and Commissioner for the discovery of longitude. Hurd Peninsula is named for him due to his role in the discovery of Antarctica.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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