The Royal Society Ferrier Medal, artist’s proof of the bronze prize medal, c. 1928-29, by Allan Gairdner Wyon (1882-1962), bust of Sir David Ferrier, almost facing, DAVID . FERRIER . M . D . F . R . S . 1843-1928, rev. laurel wreath, 54mm, 78.21g (cf. Fitzwilliam Museum acquisition number CM.71-2005). Extremely fine, very rare.

The present medal is a specimen retained by the engraver.

Provenance: An artist’s proof. Formerly the property of Allen Gairdner Wyon and thence through the family by descent.

Estimate: £ 150 - 200