PHILIPPINES. Japanese Occupation. Silver Jose P. Laurel Medal, 1943. By: C. Zamora. PCGS AU-55 Gold Shield.cf. Honeycutt-321; cf. Basso-165. Not listed in sliver. Struck to commemorate the appointment of Laurel to the Puppet Presidency of the Philippines by the Japanese. Obverse: Bust of Jose Laurel facing left, JOSE PACIANO LAUREL above; Reverse: Flag of the Philippines, legend above, date below. A well struck example with good definition of the fine details with rich mottled grey patina. A VERY RARE and interesting medal sure to see spirited bidding.We sold a comparable uncertified example in our Stacks Bowers and Ponterio auction November 5, 2015 lot # 39582 The Ray Czahor Collection that hammered down for $1,800- plus the buyers fee.From the Pasig River Collection.
