1881 Lima Peru Silver Medal Ladies Of Lima Pacific War 118. 9 Grams Sterling Coin
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:37904116 | Currency: medal |
Year: 1881 | Certification: Uncertified |
Composition: Silver | Country/Region of Manufacture: Peru |
This is a rare medal designed by Robert Britten and made in the renowned Lima mint. This medal was produced on behalf of the Ladies of Lima to present to foreign soldiers that defended Lima against Chile during the War of the Pacific (1879-1881). This is a large coin / medal. The outer diameter is 60 mm, the thickness is 7 mm. The weight is 118.9 grams (3.825 t.oz). This coin has been verified as Sterling Silver by AAA Precious Metals using Xray Spectrometer Analysis. Insurance will be... required on this piece.