Russia, Nicholas I (1825-55), Opening of Pulkovo Observatory, 1839, a copper medal by H. Gube, bust right, rev. view of the Observatory, twelve signs of the Zodiac around, 66mm (Diakov 548.1). Lightly cleaned and some minor marks, otherwise about extremely fine £90-£120

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

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