A Collection of Russian Medals, the Property of a Gentleman

Russia, Naval Victory at Gangut, 1714, a bronze Medal by M. Kuchkin, laureate, draped and armoured bust right, rev. battle scene depicting opposing fleets, 60mm, 99.72g (Diakov 47.9). Pleasing prooflike surfaces, particularly on the reverse, practically as struck, rare [Graded by NGC as MS 64 BN] £150-£200

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of Russian Medals, the Property of a Gentleman.

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Based on the eponymous painting by Maurice Baquoy.