139. A Bronze Commemorative Medal, Russia, Late 19th Century, Early 20th Century

Cast with the profile of Alexander Pushkin and dates 1799-1899, the bottom signed "carved by skunov," the verso inscribed,"It was not is vain that fate awarded me with life and lyre May 26 1899, together with an altar covered with allegorical objects representing the arts. 2 1/2" d.

200/400

Condition: very slight pitting and surface scratches.