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A group of various medals related to the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies 19th century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
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Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, Ferdinand II, Inauguration of the Electric Telegraph in Naples, 1852, a very large bronzed copper loaded electrotype medal by Luigi Arnaud, 148mm; bronzed copper Memorial medal to Ferdinand I, 1836, with conjoined portraits of Ferdinand I, Francis I and Ferdinand II and deep bas relief reverse depicting temple, 65mm; other bronze medals broadly of Bourbon interest, 1832-1876, 50.5-67mm, and Sanctuarii in Monte Regali, a cased pair of Papal medals in silver and bronze portraying the Madonna and Child, by Veglia, circa 1883, reverses blank, each 41.5mm (8)
Provenance
Prince Ferdinand Pius, Duke of Calabria (1896-1960),
Thence by descent.
Condition
These are in good condition and are ready to place.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."