Lot 341: SI Bullion 1000g 999 Fine Copper Bar, Valentino Rossi Caricature
A commemorative rectangular copper bullion bar featuring a laser-engraved caricature of the professional motorcycle racer Valentino Rossi. The obverse depicts Rossi in racing leathers making a peace sign, positioned alongside a Yamaha YZR-M1 motorcycle. The design incorporates various engraved sponsor logos including MONSTER ENERGY, YAMAHA, and DAINESE, with the branding VR46 in the lower-left corner. The reverse is stamped with a crest containing the letters SI. To the right of the crest, a vertical ribbon contains the word BULLION. Further text indicates the weight and purity, reading 1000g, 999 and FINE COPPER. The bar features a brushed finish to the flat surfaces with visible vertical grain, while the edges show horizontal machining marks and slight irregularities from the casting and finishing process.
Weight: 1000g.
Condition report:
The bar is currently sealed within a clear plastic protective wrap. The obverse and reverse metal surfaces appear bright and free from significant oxidation, although the plastic wrap itself shows numerous surface scuffs, fine scratches, and creases (photo 1 and 2). Small irregularities and minor indentations are visible along the machined edges through the packaging (photo 3).
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