Philippines: Charles III silver "Commerce and Industry" Medal 1782-Dated MS63 NGC,...
(click for full-size image)
|
|
|
|
|
Charles III silver "Commerce and Industry" Medal 1782-Dated MS63 NGC, cf. Honeycutt-7 (slightly different obverse), Basso-702. 48mm. By J. Gabriel Gil. CARLOS III INSTITUIDOR / BENEFICO Bust of Charles III right // APLICACION AL TRABAJO Farmer standing left, holding basket and handing flax to woman seated right with spinning wheel. Among the finest for its type, and extremely desirable as such. When tilted in hand, the dark, brooding surfaces reveal a subtle navy and amber shade. José Basco y Vargas founded the Sociedad Económica de Manila in 1781 to promote agricultural development across the islands. Four years later, the Royal Philippine Company was established, superseding the society. From the mid to late 18th century, colonial authorities encouraged, and at times compelled, indigenous farmers to cultivate cash crops such as tobacco, indigo, and spices. From the Mahal Collection of Spanish and US Philippines Coins, Part XIV HID07901242017 www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice
|
Enter the message you would like to email to this Dealer
(click for full-size image)
(click for full-size image)
(click for full-size image)
(click for full-size image)
|
|