PHILIPPINES. Higher Education Conference Silvered Brass Medal, 1934. NGC MS-65.

PHILIPPINES. Higher Education Conference Silvered Brass Medal, 1934. NGC MS-65. Honeycutt-249. Dimensions: 40 x 30 mm. By Crispulo Zamora. Obverse: Inscription "DELEGATE/ CONFERENCE/ ON/ HIGHER EDUCATION/ MANILA/ 1934", owl flanked by books to right and inkwell and quill to left, laurel branches in bottom corners, flame above; Reverse: Blank, stamped "CRISPULO/ ZAMORA" at 6 o'clock. Beautifully preserved and attractive, this high grade example displays rich slate patina with areas of golden coloration visible on the obverse. The intricate devices are bold and well struck leaving nothing to the imagination. A pleasing piece that is destined for a quality conscious collection. The nature of this conference was to address curriculum standards, regional academic cooperation and the future of colleges in the far east. Local and international academic figures attended including delegates from Japan as well as others to discuss schooling developments. Estimate: $200 - $300. Provenance: From the Dr. Earl Honeycutt Collection. To view all items from the Dr. Earl Honeycutt Collection, click

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