Auction Catalogue

1 July 2008

Starting at 10:00 AM

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Historical and Art Medals, Numismatic Books

Washington Mayfair Hotel  London  W1J 5HE

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Lot

№ 2521

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1 July 2008

Hammer Price:
£110

United States of America, Hopi – Prayer for Rain, 1931, an ovoid bronze medal by H.A. MacNeil for the Medallic Art Co on behalf of the Society of Medalists [3rd issue], Arizonan Indians performing a rain-dance, sand picture above, rev. Arizonan Indians running to right, flashes of lightning emanating from clouds above, 72 x 69mm (BM Acq. 1978-82, p.129, 99; cf. DNW 58, 1642). As struck with fine green patina; in card box of issue with descriptive leaflet (£50-70)