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A Gold Prize Medal of the Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland, dated 1850
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- gold
- weight 60.1g, diameter 44.5mm
awarded to 'Sir John Stuart Forbes of Fettercairn, Bart., 1850', the obverse depicting Scotia placing wreaths on the heads of a ploughman and a kilted harvest gatherer, legend 'semper armis nunc et industria' below; the reverse with engraved inscription within wreath of thistle and laurel, edge neatly engraved in capitals ‘For a Report on the Friendly Societies in the Counties of Aberdeen, Banff and Kincardine’, in original fitted display case of issue
Provenance
Sir John Stuart Hepburn Forbes, 8th Bart. (1804-1869)
Condition
Generally in very good order. Minor wear and exposure to air. Case of issue distressed.
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"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."