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Spain, Foundation of the Monte Pio de Cosecheros, Malaga, 1776, a copper medal by G.A. Gil, bust of Charles III right, rev. kneeling male figure being received by seated female, 60mm (BDM VII, 359); The Fortifications of San Sebastian, 1864, a bronze medal by R. Stern, crowned arms and supporters, rev. legend above ramparts, 47mm; Mexico, Charles IV, Proclamation, Guanajuato, 1790, a bronze medal by G.A. Gil, bust right, rev. mining scene, 47mm (Vogt R17c; BDM VII, 359) [3]. Last extremely fine, others about very fine or better (£50-70)

Geronimo Antonio Gil (1732-98); his Malaga medal of 1776 brought his name to the fore and was instrumental in securing for him the position of chief engraver at the mint in Mexico City