THAILAND: Rama V, 1868-1910, AE medal, RS110 (1891), Thai Treasury Dept. Medals page 74-75, 43x64mm, Consecration Ceremony of Prince Pavares, type II; eight hands, each with fingers and thumb held in a different position which holds special religious significance in Buddhism, with royal five-tiered umbrella above central hole // Thai inscription, maha samanuttama vertically and ordination and date written horizontally, oval shaped with loops above and below which is common on medals of this era, AU, RR, ex Dr. Axel Wahlstedt Collection. This medal was also issued as an award to the winners of a contest for arranging a Chinese altar during the Consecration Ceremony of Prince Pavares, and is popularly known as the "Hands Medal."
Estimate: USD 300 - 500