Nov 4, 2025 10:00 EST
Coins, Medals & Sports Memorabilia
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Hispanic Society of America Sorolla Medal. c. 1937. Silver. 88mm. Uncirculated.
The Hispanic Society of America's Sorolla Medal. Designed by Victor David Brenner (his signature appears beneath the youthful artist on the reverse), the Lithuanian-American artist most famous for the bust of Lincoln that has appeared on the U.S. cent since 1909.
Named for Spanish painted Joaquín Sorolla, whose name appears on the obverse, and first issued in 1924 (coincidentally, the year Brenner died), the Sorolla Medal honors those who make substantive contributions to Hispanic arts and culture. Given the Hispanic Society's proximity to the first American Numismatic Society building, and the artist respoonsible for its attractive design, this medal may be of some interest to New York-area numismatists.
Storage case included.
Sold for $5,748
Estimated at $250 - $500
Includes Buyer's Premium
The Hispanic Society of America's Sorolla Medal. Designed by Victor David Brenner (his signature appears beneath the youthful artist on the reverse), the Lithuanian-American artist most famous for the bust of Lincoln that has appeared on the U.S. cent since 1909.
Named for Spanish painted Joaquín Sorolla, whose name appears on the obverse, and first issued in 1924 (coincidentally, the year Brenner died), the Sorolla Medal honors those who make substantive contributions to Hispanic arts and culture. Given the Hispanic Society's proximity to the first American Numismatic Society building, and the artist respoonsible for its attractive design, this medal may be of some interest to New York-area numismatists.
Storage case included.
Auction: Coins, Medals & Sports Memorabilia, Nov 4, 2025
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Auction of Coins, Medals & Sports Memorabilia on November 4, 2025 Surpasses Expectations
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Featuring a Newly Discovered Hispanic Society Sorolla Medal in Silver that Achieved $5,748
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Consignments Art Currently Being Accepted for Future Auctions
NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle's auction of Coins, Medals & Sports Memorabilia on November 4, 2025 saw competitive bidding drive strong results and a sale total that surpassed expectations. Collectors and enthusiasts vied for a diversity of United States and World numismatic rarities from collections in the New York area and other regions of the country.
A newly discovered Hispanic Society of America Sorolla Medal sparked spirited bidding at the sale, soaring past its estimate of $250-500 to achieve a stunning $5,748. Presented to artist Cecilia Beaux in 1937, the medal is possibly a unique example struck in silver, rather than bronze. It was designed by Victor David Brenner--whose signature appears on the reverse--the Lithuanian-American sculptor best known for creating the Lincoln portrait on the U.S. cent first issued in 1909. Named for the Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla, whose likeness adorns the obverse, the medal was established in 1924, concidentally the year of Brenner’s death. It is awarded periodically to honor outstanding contributions to Hispanic arts and culture. The medal holds additional interest given the Hispanic Society’s proximity to the original American Numismatic Society building in West Harlem.
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