Liverpool and Manchester Railway Opened 1830 (2) the first 46mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Eimer 1224, BHM 1459, Obverse: Bust left GEO. STEPHENSON ESQ. ENGINEER, Reverse train crossing viaduct in a landscape, BRIDGE AT NEWTON., In Exergue: LIVERPOOL & MANCHESTER RAILWAY OPENED SEPT. 15 1830 GVF/NEF, the second, similar, in white metal, NVF/VF with some contact marks
Lord Nelson's Flagship, the Foudroyant, 1897 (2) the first 38mm diameter in gilt, unsigned, Eimer 1813, BHM 3613, Obverse: Bust facing, uniformed, with head turned three-quarters left, HORATIO . VISCOUNT . NELSON . In Exergue: BORN 29 SEPTEMBER 1758, DIED 21st. OCTOBER 1805 , Reverse: Ship at anchor, without rigging, 'FOUDROYANT' LORD NELSON'S 'FLAGSHIP', In Exergue: COMMENCED BULDING 1789, LAUNCHED AT PLYMOUTH, APRIL 1798. WRECKED AT BLACKPOOL JUNE 16th 1897 MEDAL STRUCK FROM COPPER OF VESSEL AFTER BREAKING UP, NEF with some edge nicks, in a red box with BRITISH & FOREIGN SAILORS' SOCIETY SAILORS' INSTITUTE SHADWELL inside the lid. Note: BHM notes that in the Earl of Sandwich's book 'British and Foreign Naval Medals' published by the National Maritime Museum 'records two examples of this medal in gilt bronzed', also an example with gilt portrait is pictured on the Royal Museums, Greenwich website, The second 38mm diameter in gilt white metal?, Obverse: Port broadside view of the Foudroyant NELSON'S FLAGSHIP, In Exergue: THE FOUDROYANT BUILT 1797, Reverse: Starboard broadside view of the wreck of the Foudroyant in a heavy sea, her mainmast over the side, in the foreground, a boat with men in it, WRECKED AT BLACKPOOL JUNE 16th 1897. GVF with some hairlines, a similar example is in the Royal Museums, Greenwich
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 36mm diameter in silver by W.Wyon, Eimer 1294, BHM 1745A, Obverse Bust of Victoria, left, with a wreath of roses in her hair, no legend, Reverse: HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS VICTORIA BORN XXIV MAY MDCCCXXIX within a wreath, 28.03g, NEF cleaned, with hairlines, in a contemporary brown box
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 51mm diameter in White Metal by Davis, Birmingham, BHM 1738, Obverse: Bust Three-quarters right, head almost facing, her hair in chignons and ringlets H.R.H PRINCESS ALEXANDRINA VICTORIA. Reverse: Princess Victoria seated facing right, is attended by Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia, presenting a scroll to the Princess, Fame above, holds a scroll bearing the legend ENGLAND'S HOPE, EF and lustrous
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 51mm diameter in White Metal by Ottley, Eimer 1292, BHM 1743, WE 12, Obverse: Bust left, draped, head almost facing, PRINCESS ALEXANDRINA VICTORIA, Reverse: BORN 24 MAY 1819 DAUGHTER OF HIS LATE ROYAL HIGHNESS EDWARD DUKE OF KENT in 7 lines within a wreath, TO COMMEMORATE HER ROYAL HIGHNESS ATTAINING HER LEGAL MAJORITY 24 MAY 1837 NEF with some lustre and some surface marks
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 53mm diameter in white metal by G.R.Collis, BHM 1734, unlisted by Eimer, Obverse: draped bust of Princess Victoria, facing three-quarters left, hair in coif, TO COMMEMORATE H.R.H. THE PRINCESS VICTORIA ATTAINING THE 18 YEAR OF HER AGE 24 MAY 1837, SPES ALMA RERUM in field, Reverse: Piety and Britannia seated on a pyramid on which there are three helmets, with the British lion passant before them, ILLA FIDEM, FIDES ILLAM, DEFENDAT, A/UNC and lustrous, in a contemporary round card box, rare, most commemorative issues for this type have the head facing right, of comparable quality to the online image of the British Museum example
Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 48mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, BHM 1921, Obverse: Busts to left conjoined, HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT OF SAXE COBURG & GOTHA. Reverse: A scene of the Marriage ceremony, MAY GOD PROSPER THE UNION,. In Exergue: MARRIED FEBRUARY 10th 1840 EF and lustrous with some contact marks
Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 54mm diameter in white metal by Davis, Birmingham. Obverse busts left conjoined, VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819. ALBERT BORN AUG 26th 1819. Reverse: Victoria and Albert stand before an Archbishop performing the ceremony, In Exergue: MARRIED FEB. 10. 1840 GVF
Marriage of the Duke of Connaught to Princess Louise of Russia 1879, 63mm diameter in bronze by J.S & A.B. Wyon, Eimer 1662, BHM 3052, WE 1350, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, PRINCESS LOUISE MARGARET OF PRUSSIA. ARTHUR, DUKE OF CONNAUGHT & STRATHEARNE K.C. Reverse: Armoral shields of the couple, crowned. A ribbon below, inscribed MAR 13 1879, within an Ornamental quatrefoil, EF/GEF with some surface marks and edge nicks, in a presentation box,(not original)
Marriage of the Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra 1863 51mm diameter in White Metal by Ottley, Eimer 1563a, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, H.R.H THE PRINCE OF WALES AND H.R.H THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA, Reverse: H.R.H THE PRINCE OF WALES BORN NOV.9. 1841 MARRIED MARCH 10. 1863 AT AT. GEORGE'S CHAPEL WINDSOR TO H.R.H ALEXANDRA PRINESS OF DENMARK BORN DEC.1. 1844 within a wreath with the Prince's crest above, EF and with some lustre
Medalets in copper and brass (23) George III and Queen CharlotteMarriage 1761 Fine, Death of Caroline, Queen Consort of George IV 1821 (2) GVF and NEF, Coronation of George IV (3) the first in copper, Fine, the second in brass NVF with some scratches, the third in copper NVF, all different, Grimshaw Esq. Mayor of Preston 1822 Fine, holed, Death of the Earl of Beaconsfield 1881 Fine, Death of George IV 1820 VF, Coronation of William IV 1831 Fine, Death of Frederick, Duke of York 1827 NEF, Preliminaries of Peace between Great Britain and France 1801 VF, Death of Nelson 1805 Fine, holed, Coronation of Queen Victoria (2) 1838 Fine, and 1838 VF (both different), Marquis Wellington 1814 (2) one in copper Good Fine, the other in brass Fine, holed, Preliminaries of Peace 1814 GVF holed, France (4) Louis XV 1743 Cardinal Fleury VF, Louis XVI 1788 Royal token, Good Fine, Charles X 1825 Royal Token 1825 Good Fine, cleaned, Death of Ferdinand, Duke of Orleans undated (1825) 12-sided, Fine, possibly ex-mount, and a fantasy copy of Queen Anne Coronation medal this 25mm diameter in brass, Fine
Medals (4) Masonic - Grand Lodge of England (2) medal and pin /clip 'Founder' (no medal attached) both by Fattorini and Sons, Birmingham VF boxed, First World War pair to 26465 Pte. S.B.Fletcher EF boxed with ribbons, Coronation of Edward VII 39mm diameter in white metal by Fattorini & Sons EF boxed
Medals (9) many with a Naval theme, comprising - Erection of Nelson's Column 1843 25mm diameter in white metal GVF holed, Sentimental Tokens by J.Kirk (2) George II BHM 166 NVF/Fine, William Beckford BHM 170 undated VF, Death of George Canning, undated (1827) 51mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: bust of George Canning left, GEORGE CANNING, Reverse: A LA CONCORDE DES PEUPLES, LIBERTE CIVILE ET RELIGIEUSE DANS L'UNIVERS 1827 Good Fine, Majority of Marquis of Bute 1868 BHM 2888 41mm diameter in bronze EF with a tone spot on the reverse, Death of Nelson 1805 50mm a cast copy with loop mount attached, PortsmouthNavy Week (2) Obverse : Bust of Nelson left PORTSMOUTH NAVY WEEK, Reverse: HMS VICTORY the ship sailing both 32mm diameter one in bronze VF, the other in White metal Fine, both holed at the top, Ile de FranceFrench Line 22mm diameter in white metal, undated (c.1949) Fine
Medals, Badges, and buttons (37) in base metal, includes a London County Council 1912-1913 bronze King's medal EF, a World War I Victory Medal, a World War IIDefence medal, and a small silver horseshoe 3.68 grammes, in mixed grades
Old Sarum - Stonehengeundated (1843) Obverse: a wooded and hilly landscape, in Exergue: OLD SARUM, Reverse: View of Stonehenge, in Exergue: STONEHENGE, with BENNETT SARUNM to the left of the exergue, 50mm diameter in White Metal, BHM 2129, by Bennett, unlisted by Eimer, but illustrated on Plate 151 as 1382. In a large NGC holder and graded MS61, rated RRRR by Brown
Opening of London Bridge 1831 51mm diameter in copper by B.WyonEimer 1245, Obverse: Bust right WILLIAM THE FOURTH, Reverse: Five-arched bridge spanning river . LONDON BRIDGE, In Exergue: COMMENCED 15 JUNE 1825 OPENED 1 AUGUST 1831 GVF, Ex-Downies Auction 325 17-19 October 2017 Lot 659
Prince Albert, Freedom of the City of London 1885 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1717, BHM 3182, Welch 20, Obverse: Bust right, within a wreath of roses, shamrocks and thistles, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT VICTOR EDWARD OF WALES. BORN JANUARY 8th 1864, Reverse: The Prince and Princess of Wales, together with the Lord Mayor, presiding as Prince Albert Victor received the Freedom from the Chamberlain. RECEIVING THE FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON JUNE 29th 1885. In Exergue: The City Arms, GVF/VF with some scratches and some dirt in the legend, this possibly removable with care
Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer WeddingMedallion 1981 38mm diameter in 9 carat gold, 29.33 grammes, hallmarked on the edge. Obverse: Small conjoined portraits left, CD monogram in field with the Prince of Wales feathers above, within a border of Wedding bells, Reverse: View of St. Paul's Cathedral ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL . 29th JULY 1981 Prooflike UNC with some light toning, Very Rare with only 10 pieces minted
Queen Mary 2 - 2004 The Official Commemorative Medal, Reverse: Side View of the ship QM2 above with CUNARD below. 38mm diameter in 22 carat gold, 39.94 grammes, Plain edge, Gold Proof FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, only 100 pieces minted
Queen Victoria (2) Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 42mm diameter in White Metal by W.J.Taylor, BHM 1837, WE 129b, Obverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, VICTORIA BRITANNIA REGINA, Reverse: Equestrian figure of a knight, having thrown down the gauntlet FOR THE QUEEN In Exergue: CORONATION 1838 VF, the 'Young Head to left' type listed at Extremely Rare by BHM, Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 Obverse: Busts left, conjoined VICTORIA QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN & PRINCE ALBERT of SAXE COBURG & GOTHA. Reverse: A scene of the Marriage Ceremony VF with some edge nicks
Queen Victoria 70th Birthday 1889 65mm diameter in gilt bronze by Messrs. L.C.Lauer, Obverse: Bust three-quarters left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN EMPRESS OF INDIA, Reverse: Britannia seated on a parapet, beside a lion, and holding the British Arms, 1889 in the field above. As Eimer 1747, BHM 3365, WE1586, but these three publications do not list a gilt bronze example. 114.75 grammes, Near EF with some edge nicks, presumably Very Rare
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in Gold, weight 94.98 grammes, Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, Choice UNC with the odd tiny edge nicks, desirable in high grade, these large Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue.
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the Official Royal Mint issue 25mm diameter in Gold, weight 12.81 grammes, Eimer 1817b, BHM 3506, UNC with some edge nicks, GEF/AU with thin scratch in the obverse field, the Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue.
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the Official Royal Mint issue 25mm diameter in silver Eimer 1817b, BHM 3506 A/UNC, along with a silver ingot on a loop total weight 15.98 grammes GVF
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the Official Royal Mint issues (2) the first 56mm diameter in silver, weight 82.61 grammes Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506 UNC or very near so with a few small rim nicks and the odd contact mark, the second 56mm diameter in bronze, Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506 weight 72.76 grammes UNC with a spot in the obverse field, each in the red Royal Mint boxes of issue
Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 the Official Royal Mint issue, 77mm diameter in silver by J.Boehm/ F.Leighton, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, WE 2000, Obverse: left facing bust VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX , Reverse: Enthroned figure of Empire facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters, and Art, left opposite these of Industry and Agriculture, at their feet below Empire, are Mercury reclining, and Time. Above: Two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and VRI in a wreath, between IN COMMEMORATION. In Exergue: Five interlinked shields inscribed ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, and AFRICA, a high grade example, 217.00 grammes, practically UNC and lustrous with some light hairlines, in the red presentation case and accompanied by the descriptive card
Queen Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837 61mm diameter in bronze by J.Barber, Eimer 1303, BHM 1772, WE 62, Obverse: Bust of Victoria, left., crowned, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA, below: PUBLISHED BY GRIFFITH & HYAMS, Reverse: Victoria standing beneath a canopy, attended by Britannia, is welcomed by the Lord Mayor, City Arms above, WELCOME, In Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTYS. VISIT. TO THE. CITY. OF. LONDON. NOVr 9th 1837 THE RIGHT HONORle JOHN. COWAN. LORD. MAYOR, GVF in red box with gilt lettering on the lid
Reform Bill 1832 51mm diameter in bronze by B.Wyon, Eimer 1254, BHM 1603, Welch 3, Obverse: REFORM IN THE REPRESENTATION OF THE PEOPLE IN THE COMMONS HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT 1832, crown above within a wreath decorated by the City of London Shield, Reverse: Liberty kneeling, presents a bill of REFORM to Britannia who stands before a plaque, inscribed GREY BROUGHAM ALTHORP RUSSELL on which rests a medallion of WILLIAM THE FOURTH. In Exergue: 2nd and 3rd WILLIAM IV, GVF with some dirt in the devices
The Avro Lancaster PA474 Commemorative Medal 70mm diameter in Zinc alloy with bronze plating, the reverse with a plane-shaped genuine piece of Avro Lancaster PA474, UNC in the box of issue with certificate. Number 45 of 250 issued
The Kings and Queens of England by Pinches (1970) a collection of 43 Silver Proof Crown-sized medals portraying each monarch. In the red hardback album, total weight 60.63oz nFDC to FDC some with toning
The Queen, Prince Albert & Britain's Hope a set of three white medal medalets celebrating 'England's Pride', Britain's Hope' and Europe's Glory undated, by Allen & Moore, each medalet 26mm in diameter, GEF and lustrous, within the original shell 27mm in diameter and 8mm deep
Thomas Lawrence, Art Union of London 1860, 56mm diameter in bronze by G.G Adams, Obverse: Bust left LAWRENCE behind, Reverse: Standing figure of the Duke of Wellington unformed, from a painting by Lawrence, ART UNION OF LONDON 1860 UNC
Uruguay Medal 1873 Blessing of the Chapel of Ancon, 30mm diameter in silver, 11.62 grammes, reverse legend translates as: Paid for by various pious people and erected under the direction of Da Rosa Loyola de Larranga EF and attractively toned
Victoria and related (5) Golden Jubilee 1887 39mm diameter in bronze by Heaton, Birmingham Obverse: Head left, diademed, VICTORIA REG: JUBILEE YEAR, Reverse: QUEEN OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EMPRESS OF INDIA BORN MAY 24th 1819, ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837 MARRIED FEB 10th 1840, BHM 3248 UNC, Diamond Jubilee 1897 (2) the first BHM 3559/3560 39mm diameter in White Metal by J.A.Restall, Obverse: Diademed Veiled Head of the Queen VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS DIAMOND JUBILEE 1897 Reverse: Britannia seated right in front of an ornate plaque, along pennant flies from the trident COMMEMORATION OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA's REIGN, UNC in the round box of issue, the second 38mm diameter in White Metal, by F.Bowcher, Obverse: Crowned, Veiled, Laureate and draped bust left VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, Reverse: Four Medallions, entwined with ribbons, on which are portraits of Queen Victoria, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of York and Prince Edward, BHM 3529 EF, Great Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations 1851 38mm diameter in White metal by W.J.Taylor, Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert left H.R.H PRINCE ALBERT. STRUCK IN THE BUILDING OF THE EXHIBITION, Reverse: Royal Arms with supporters GRETA EXHIBITION OF THE INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS LONDON 1851, BHM 2459 VF, France - Exposition Universelle de Londres 1862 50mm diameter in White Metal by A.Bovy Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria laureate, left VICTORIA REINE D'ANGLETERRE, Reverse: A view of the Exhibition Hall , In Exergue: EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE DE LONDRES 1862 GVF boxed, along with France - Louis Napoleon Bonaparte 50mm diameter in bronze by Barre (1850), Obverse: Bust left LOUIS NAPOLEON BONAPARTE, Reverse: PRESIDENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE ELU LE 10 DECEMBRE 1848 PAR 5576397 SUFFces, in 7 lines, all within a wreath,. EF, Coronation of George VI 47mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Busts of George VI and Queen Elizabeth both crowned and draped, Reverse: Britannia standing in an archway, holding a crown aloft, CROWNED A.D.1937 VF, Hanbury Memorial Prize, Alexandra, Princess of Wales 1864 50mm diameter in bronze by J.S and A.B. Wyon, Obverse: Bust left ALEXANDRA PRINCESS OF WALES, Reverse: HANBURY MEMORIAL PRIZE on a scroll HOME FOR LITTLE BOYS ESTABLISHED 1864 VF
Victorian Exhibition medals (5) an interesting selection comprising (1) Crystal Palace 1854 41mm diameter in bronze by Messrs. J.Pinches, Eimer 1487b, BHM 2549, Obverse: A female figure, lamb and helmet at her feet, opens the doors of Industry and Science to the Exhibition, Reverse: A view of the exhibition building, CRYSTAL PALACE OPENED MDCCCLIV, EF, we note an example sold by Heritage in December 2019 NGC MS64 realised $1080 inclusive of buyers premium, (2)The International Exhibition of 1862, 54mm diameter in white metal by Ottley, Birmingham, BHM 2735, Obverse: Bust left in Gothic style, H.M.G. MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA, Reverse: Fame with a wreath flying over a view of the exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OF 1862, In Exergue: OPENED 1st MAY 1862 DESIGNED BY CAPTAIN FOWKE R.E ERECTED BY MESSRS KELK AND LUCAS GEF and lustrous in the original card box of issue, (3) The International Exhibition 1872 30mm diameter in white metal by J.S.Wyon and A.B.Wyon Sr. Lustrous UNC in the round card box of issue, (4) The Victorian Era Exhibition Earls Court Medal 1897, 51mm diameter in white metal, by F.Bowcher, BHM 3624, A/UNC and lustrous, in the red Spink case of issue, (5) The International Exhibition 1862 36mm diameter in white metal, by Dowler, Birmingham, Obverse: A globe with 1862 on a ribbon, surrounded by a wreath TO COMMEMORATE THE OF THE ARTS AND INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS, Reverse: View of the Exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION BUILDING (WEST FRONT VIEW) OPENED MAY 1st 1862, In Exergue: LENGTH 1200 FT, WIDTH 700 FT. HEIGHT 100 FT. NAVE 85 FT. WIDE, HEIGHT OF DOMES 250 FT. DIAM. AT BASE 160 FT. COST £300,000., EF and lustrous, holed, in the original shell
Volunteer Movement 21st Anniversary 1881 63mm diameter in White Metal by N.McPhail, Reverse after J.N.Paton, Obverse: Bust of the Queen almost facing, Crowned, veiled and draped, dividing letters V-R in the field, XXI. ANNIVERSARY. OF. THE. VOLUNTEER. MOVEMENT. MDCCCLXXXI, Reverse: A warrior standing, protects the kneeling figures of Anglia, Hibernia and Scotia, in defence of their mother Kingdom PRO ARIS ET FOCIS, as Eimer 1682, BHM 3104, WE 1378, unlisted by Eimer in White Metal, GEF with some lustre, the high relief portrait of the Queen sharp and pleasing, some evidence of die rust visible in the fields, a most attractive example
North Korea (19) an assortment of medals including Order of the National Flag, First Class (2) GVF and EF, Order of the National Flag, Second Class (2) GVF and NEF, Order of the National Flag, Third Class (2) GVF and NVF, the second toned, Meritorious Labour Service Medal Silvered bronze, bronze gilt and red enamels, VF with some scratches to the reverse, Order of Soldiers Honour, Second Class GVF, Order of Military Service Honour, Third Class GVF, 1973 40th Anniversary of the Fatherland WarVictory VF with some damage to the enamelling, Order of the Red Banner of Three Great Revolutions NVF, Commemorative Order 'Foundation of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea' VF, Order of Korean Labour, Type 2, NEF, Commemorative Order - Capital Construction NEF, Mongolia (2) 1982, 60 Years of the Peoples Army EF with full enamelling, Mongolia 1921 70th Anniversary of the Mongolian People's Revolution in brass with red enamel EF
Romania Medals (9) Soldier's Medal of Valour - First Class, Special Merits in Work medal, Armed Forces 20 Years Medal, Romanian Peoples Republic Armed Forces 10th Anniversary 1943-1953, 30 Years of Liberation from Fascist rule 1944-1974, Military Merit medal, Collectivisation of Agriculture 1962 (2), an agriculture-themed medal oval in brass depicting worker and tractor, with green ribbon, along with East Germany - For Excellent Combat, GVF to GEF
Alexander II, Visit to the City of London 1874 a 2-medal set both 77mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, Eimer 1634, BHM 2981, Welch 14, Obverse: Bust left, uniformed. ALEXANDER II RUSSORUM IMPERATOR. Reverse: Londinia, attended by two cupids, welcomes the Czar standing opposite her. Peace, her wings outstretched, stands over the couple, To left, an altar decorated with the Russian eagle. SERVORUM EMNACIPATOR LIBERAE CIVITATIS HOSPES XVIII MAII MDCCCLXXIV. In Exergue: LONDINI, UNC toning in places with the odd small spot, in the brown Corporation of the City of London 2-medal box with gilt lettering on the lid, the 2-medal sets seldom offered
Blackfriars Bridge and Holborn Valley Viaduct Opened 1869 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, issued by the Corporation of LondonEimer 1604, BHM 2906, WE 1126, Welch 11, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REGINA F:D: Reverse: City shield in the centre linking two wreaths, each containing a view. HOLBORN VIADUCT above and BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE below. Londinia, left, with a scroll inscribed OPENED NOV.6 and Britannia, right, 1869 at the top UNC with a small spot in the obverse field, in the original Corporation of the City of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 struck, Ex-London Coins Auction A161 2/6/2018 Lot 953 hammer price £280
Christian IX and Louise, Visit of the City of London 1893, a 2-medal set, both 75mm diameter in bronze, by F.Bowcher, Eimer 1783, BHM 3454, Welch 26, Obverse: Busts, right conjoined and draped, Louise diademed, Christian IX uniformed, CHRISTIANUS IX ET LOUISE D:G: DANIAE V:G: REX ET REGINA, Reverse: Londinia seated left almost facing, beside a pedestal decorated with the Danish shield to right, and holding a streaming pennant inscribed WELCOME CHRISTIAN IX TO LONDON. Beyond: a facade of Guildhall In Exergue: 8th JULY 1893, A/UNC to UNC in the 2-medal Corporation of the City of London box with full description of the medals inside the lid, with gilt lettering on the outer lid, the two-medal sets seldom seen
City of LondonImperialVolunteers 1900, 76mm diameter in bronze by G.Frampton, Eimer 1848, BHM 3684, Obverse: A soldier of the C.I.V proclaimed by a fanfare and welcomed by Londinia seated on a dais, , around- oak branches entwined with 14 labels commemorating the C.I.Vs various actions in the South African War. In Exergue: PRO PATRIA REGINA ET VRBE, Reverse: The Union and C.I.V. flags flying on a hill surrounded by trees, sun on horizon and cannons in the foreground. In Exergue: THE CITY OF LONDON IMPERIAL VOLVNTEERS RAISED AND EQVIPPED FOR THE WAR IN SOUTH AFRICA BY THE CITIZENS OF LONDON FORMED DECEMBER 1899 RETVRNED TO LONDON OCTOBER 1900, UNC in a Corporation of the City of London box, only 550 issued
Colonial and Indian Reception, Guildhall, London 1886 a 2-medal set both 77mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Eimer 1726, BHM 3214, Welch 21, Obverse: A mantle decorated with the Royal Shield, crowned, from which hang three Colonial shields upon crossed flags, PEACE UNITY CONCORD on a ribbon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE COLONIAL & INDIAN RECEPTION AT THE GUILDHALL . LONDON 1886. Reverse: A detailed interior view of the Guildhall . In Exergue: City shield and motto, traces of a small spot in the obverse field of one medal, otherwise UNC in the original Corporation of the City of London 2-medal box with gilt lettering on the lid, the 2-medal sets seldom offered. BHM states that the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that in view of the approaching visit of our Colonial and Indian brethren to this country, it is expedient that this Corporation do recognise the occasion, and that a special Ward committee be appointed to consider and report as to the best manner of doing this, thereby cementing the bond of union between this country and her Colonies and her Indian Empire". As a result a service was held at St. Paul's and a reception and ball held at the Guildhall. There were 4500 guests
Colonial and Indian Reception, Guildhall, London 1886, 77mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Eimer 1726, BHM 3214, Welch 21, Obverse: A mantle decorated with the Royal Shield, crowned, from which hang three Colonial shields upon crossed flags, PEACE UNITY CONCORD on a ribbon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE COLONIAL & INDIAN RECEPTION AT THE GUILDHALL . LONDON 1886. Reverse: A detailed interior view of the Guildhall . In Exergue: City shield and motto, UNC in the original Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Mayoralty of the City of London 700th Anniversary 1889, 81mm diameter in bronze by A.Kirkwood & Son, Eimer 1752, BHM 3377, Welch 23, Obverse: Busts, crowned and draped, of RICHARD I. 1189 and VICTORIA 1889, facing each other, within two open circular frames; a vignette of seven interlaced circles, above, and one of St. George and the Dragon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE 700th ANNIVERSARY OF THE MAYORALTY OF THE CITY OF LONDON . MDCCCLXXXIX. Reverse: Londinia seated, right, receives symbols of Mayoralty from St. Michael standing before her; above, a radiate crown. Beyond: St. Paul's and the Tower. THE POWERS THAT BE ARE ORDAINED OF GOD. In Exergue: 1189-1889 UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Prince of Wales, National Thanksgiving 1872, 77mm diameter in bronze by J.S & A.B. Wyon, Eimer 1618, BHM 2928, Welch 12, Obverse: Londinia, attended by Britannia, invites the Queen and the Prince of Wales into St. Paul's Cathedral. In Exergue: I WAS GLAD WHEN THEY SAID UNTO ME LET US GO INTO THE HOUSE OF THE LORD, Reverse: Interior of St. Paul's with the Royal Procession and congregation, ornamental end panels decorated with the Royal Arms and ribbon inscribed NATIONAL THANKSGIVING, left, and City shield and ribbon inscribed St. PAUL'S LONDON, right. Two upright supports inscribed FOR THE RECOVERY OF H.R.H. THE PRINCE OF WALES, In Exergue: 27 FEB. 1872, UNC toned, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued, Ex-London Coins Auction A161 2/6/2018 Lot 996 hammer price £300
Princess Alexandra of Denmark, Entry to the City of London 1863, 77mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Eimer 1561, BHM 2783, Welch 9, Obverse: Bust left, ALEXANDRA, Reverse: Londinia with attendants, welcomes Alexandra accompanied by the Prince of Wales, WELCOME ALEXANDRA, In Exergue: MAR: 1863 divided by the City of London shield, UNC in the red Corporation of the City of London box, some tears to the inner lid, the outer lid with the description in gilt lettering, only 350 issued
Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837, 55mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Eimer 1304, BHM 1775, Welch 5, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left, diademed VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: Façade of the Guildhall, In Exergue: IN HONOUR OF HER MAJESTY'S VISIT TO THE CITY OF LONDON 9th NOV : 1837, NEF with some small edge nicks, in a modern presentation box
Battle of Malplaquet 1709 47mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Obverse: Bust of Queen Anne, left, crowned and draped ANNA. D:G. MAG.: BRI: FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse: A battle scene in a wood, Victory hovers above with two laurel wreaths. CONCORDIA . ET. VIRTVTE. In exergue: GALLIS . AD . TAISNIERE . DEVICTIS . AVG : XXXI. MDCCIX, Eimer 438 AU/GEF, the reverse with some thin scratches, attractively toned with some iridescence
Calendar Medal 1781 38mm diameter in brass by John Powell of Birmingham About Fine, Middlesex Penny Political and Social Series a later copy in white metal, Fine, corroded, Friendly Society Lead or White metal Token, Penny-sized, legend unclear, Fair, corroded
Charles IINavalVictory against Holland 1665, 62mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier, Obverse: Bust of the King, draped, right, CAROLVS . SECVNDVS . D.G. MAG. BRI. FRAN. ET. HIB. REX, Reverse: The King as a Roman general stands viewing a naval engagement from the seashore. In Exergue: PRO. TALIBVS. AVSIS, Eimer 230 EF or very near so with some contact marks, an attractively toned example
Chaucer and the Canterbury Tales a 36-medal set in silver by John Pinches (Medallists) Ltd. in an album the medals depicting Geoffrey Chaucer, Thomas a Becket, Henry II and a scene from each of the Canterbury Tales nFDC-FDC some with toning, in a brown album with a book of certificates
Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 510 the official coronation issue Obverse Bust left Laureate, armoured and draped, GEORGIVS. II. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX. Reverse the King enthroned right, is crowned by Britannia VOLENTES. PER. POPULOS Exergue: CORON. XI. OCTOB. MDCCXXVII GVF with touches of blue toning, a pleasing example
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in bronze by B.Pistrucci Eimer 1146 the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: GEORGIUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory behind. Before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, PROPRIO JAMJURE ANIMO PATERNO, In Exergue: INAUGURATUS DIE. JULII XIX. ANNO MDCCCXXI NEF with some light hairlines and an edge nick
Coronation of Queen Anne 1702 Obverse Bust left draped ANNA. D.G MAG.BR.FRA. ET HIB. REGINA. Reverse Pallas standing left hurling thunder at a two-headed monster VICEM. GERIT. ILLA. TONANTIS Exergue INAVGVRAT. XXIII. AP. MDCCII, the official Coronation issue, 35mm diameter in copper Eimer 390 VF/GVF
Coronation of Queen Anne 1702 Obverse Bust left draped ANNA. D:G: MAG:BR:FRA: ET. HIB: REGINA. Reverse Pallas standing left hurling thunder at a two-headed monster VICEM. GERIT. ILLA. TONANTIS Exergue INAVGVRAT. XXIII. AP. MDCCII the official Coronation issue, 35mm diameter in silver Eimer 390 Good Fine/Fine
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver Eimer 1817 the Official Royal Mint issue EF with blue, gold and magenta toning, in the red box of issue, this with the lid detached
France (2) - Napoleon I Commemorative Medal An 6 (1797) Paris , 34mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Uniformed Bust left, hair en-queue, BONAPARTE NE A AJACCIO LE 15 AOUT 1769 Reverse: Legend in four lines LA FRANCE LUI DEVRA LA VICTOIRE ET LA PAIX within a wreath UNC, Louis Napoleon - Proclamation of President Louis Napoleon Bonaparte 1848, 25mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Bust left Ls. Non., BONAPARTE PRESIDENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE Toned UNC
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 the official Royal Mint issue, by P. Metcalfe, 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish, Eimer 2029a, 86.68 grammes, UNC with a light toning area to the right of the reverse, otherwise choice, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
John F. Kennedy Memorial Medal 39mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Bust half-facing, right JOHN F KENNEDY, Reverse Kennedy standing, , in left field : '…OF THOSE TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS REQIRED' and his signature 25.68 grammes Prooflike UNC the obverse with choice tone, boxed with original receipt from 1968, USAJohn Kennedy and Robert Kennedy Memorial Medal 34mm diameter in silver Obverse: Busts left, conjoined 29.5.1917- JOHN F. KENNEDY - 22.11.1963, 20-11-1925 - ROBERT F. KENNEDY - 6.6.1968, Reverse: United States Eagle, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA UNC with Prooflike fields
Medals (8) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, the Official Royal Mint issue VF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze Fine, cleaned, Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1733 the Official Royal Mint issue, Fine cleaned, Visit of Alexander II of Russia to London 1874 77mm diameter in bronze, Eimer 1634 by C.Wiener, Fine, cleaned, St. George's ChurchLeicester 1823 laying of the foundation stone, 64mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Christopher Columbus 400th Anniversary of The Landing of Columbus 1892 76mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Fine Arts Exhibition 1873 70mm diameter in lead by G.T.Morgan, Eimer 1622 Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert left, Reverse Facade of buildings including the Royal Albert Hall VF, Prize Medal 1920 Southern Counties Cross Country Championship - Orion Harriers, awarded to A.E.Blunden 35mm diameter in bronze EF
Medals (9) 19th and early 20th Century mostly in copper or bronze, includes Winchester Cathedral (c.1855) 59mm diameter in Eimer 1507 Obverse: Exterior of the cathedral, Reverse: Interior of the cathedral, EF, Liverpool Seamens Friend Society, founded 1820 by Vaughton & Sones GEF with traces of lustre, William Shakespeare laudatory medal 1842 by H.H. Young and W.J. Taylor NEF, Nelson's flagship the Foudroyant 37mm diameter in copper NEF with traces of lustre, Sunday School Centenary 1885 Thomas Charles 44mm diameter, in bronze, Reverse: 8-line inscription in Welsh, Eimer 1713 VF holed, Kings and Queens of England - Edward III (2) by J. Dassier EF and NEF the second with some surface porosity, Save The Victory Fund (c.1923) Reverse: Copper Taken From H.M.S. Victory 1923 within a wreath GVF, VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 39mm diameter in brass? Obverse Veiled head of Queen Victoria, Reverse: Crowned Royal Arms, with VICTORIA QUEEN AND EDMPRESS below, ISRAEL KNOWLES CHAIRMAN 1837 1887 INCE JUBILEE CELEBRATION VF/GVF
Medals and Tokens a collection in an album (106) includes German States - Prussia 1757 Friedrich - Victory in Prague, Good Fine, White metal 19th Century issues (29) in mixed grades to EF, Death of William Pitt 1806, Queen Victoria Visit to London 1837 Eimer 1303 VF, a wide variety and a useful group
Prize Medals, Fantasies and Gaming counters a varied group includes Prize Medals (4) by Huguenin comprising Diablerets S.C. 27 Dec 1910 1st Prize 100 Aces, La Comete Diablerets S.C Jan. 1912 2nd Prize, and Leysin 1st Prize La Comete 4/1/12 each 30mm diameter in silver, and Diablerets S.C.30 Dec. 1910 2nd Prize 100 Aces 30mm diameter in bronze each with a bobsleigh type event depicted on the reverse EF and unusual, GB Fantasy Crowns 1706 EF and 1879 Shield Reverse, Plain edge by D.R.Golder, Gaming Counters (3) 1788 and 1797 Fine, in brass, holed, the third a Half Guinea size 1797 Near Fine, silvered, Austria 3 Keuzer 1676 made into a button Fine, India Copper Dump coinage 18mm diameter Falus/Paisa Fine, Indian Princely States Silver Quarter Rupee Fair with much of the detail worn
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in gold, the official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817b the odd tiny rim nick otherwise UNC and choice, a most attractive example and rare thus
The Churchill Medals a 4-piece set by John Pinches (Medallists) Ltd. undated each obverse with a portrait of Churchill, each reverse with a famous Churchill quote on a lion-headed tablet and flanked by Union Jack flags, each medal Prooflike 'Special Mint Finish' total weight 149.1 grammes, nFDC to FDC retaining practically full mint brilliance, numbered (163) on the edges, in the box of issue with certificate, an attractive set
The Pistrucci Waterloo Medal 200th Anniversaryundated, struck in 2015 to Pistrucci's original design, 80mm diameter in .999 silver UNC with matt finish, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate and booklet
Union of England and Scotland 1707 35mm diameter in bronze Eimer 425 by J.Croker Obverse: Bust left draped, ANNA. D:G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB: REG. Reverse: Arms of Britain on escutcheon, supported on a platform inscribed SEMPER EADEM decorated with a rose and thistle, with two infant genii supporting a crown above the arms; collar and George of the Garter below, NEF/EF
Ushaw College, University of Durham, Cardinal William Alanus (1532-1594) prize medal 1858 (2) by Carl Voigt, 67mm diameter the first in gilt bronze, the second in bronze, Obv: Bust of Cardinal Alanus facing slightly to the left, IN. MEM. TANTI. VIRI COLL. VSHAW HOC PRAEMIVM MERITI EXCVDI FEC. MDCCCLVIII, and signed C.F.VOIGHT. ROMAE. Rev: A group around the Virgin and child enthroned. (Forrer VI, 310) in Exergue: DA MIHI SEDIVMIVARVM AD SISTRICEM SAPIENT both in the brown cases of issue, the gilt bronze example A/UNC with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. PRIMAS MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid, the bronze example UNC cased with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. BENE MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid
Ushaw College, University of Durham, Cardinal William Alanus (1532-1594) prize medal 1858 by Carl Voigt, 67mm diameter in gilt bronze, Obv: Bust of Cardinal Alanus facing slightly to the left, IN. MEM. TANTI. VIRI COLL. VSHAW HOC PRAEMIVM MERITI EXCVDI FEC. MDCCCLVIII, and signed C.F.VOIGHT. ROMAE. Rev: A group around the Virgin and child enthroned. (Forrer VI, 310) in Exergue: DA MIHI SEDIVMIVARVM AD SISTRICEM SAPIENT AU/UNC in the brown case of issue with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. PRIMAS MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid
Baltic Medal 1854-1855 unnamed GVF with attractive old grey tone, with ribbon, along with Group of three awarded to G. Saker comprising Queen's South Africa Medal 3rd type Reverse, with Cape Colony and Orange Free State bars to 24421 Bomb. G. Saker R.F.A VF, and World War I War Medal and Victory Medal to 183011 Gnr. G.Saker R.A, VF to GVF
Bulgaria Medals (3) Order of the Red Banner of Labour, Order of Saint Cyril and Methodius, First Class, and Order of Peoples Labour, all EF to UNC mounted on a bar, comes with issue book
China War Medal 1900 in silver, Instituted for service during the Boxer Rebellion of 1900, awarded to Charles Searle Ord. H.M.S.Aurora NEF/EF and attractively toned
Death Plaque and Military Medal - Bravery in the Field, , to Pte. Charles Smith 9th LondonRegiment (Queen Victoria's Rifles) along with Buckingham Palace letter signed by KingGeorge V, and scroll both affixed to card. He is buried at Bronfay Farm Military Cemetery, Bray - Sur - Somme, II. F.69, France, Death Plaque VF, Medal EF with some hairlines
Delhi Durbar Medal 1911 VF with ribbon un-named as issued, along with World War I group of three awarded to 60356 Dvr.T.H.F. Randall, R.F.A. 1914 Mons Star, War Medal (to Cpl. T.H.F. Randall R.A) and Victory Medal (to Cpl. T.H.F. Randall R.A) NEF to EF
General Service Medal 1962 with South Arabia clasp, awarded to 23945140 Pte. A.B.Ross SCLI Bright EF/NEF with hairlines, the reverse with some surface deposit
ImperialService Medals in silver (5) George V, coinage profile, awarded to John Bate, EF, boxed, George V, crowned bust, awarded to William Dalglish, Lustrous A/UNC, boxed, George VI Crowned bust, awarded to Stanley Archer Scott, NEF, boxed, George VI Crowned bust, awarded to John Pullinger, EF cleaned, now retoning, boxed, Elizabeth II DEI GRATIA legend, awarded to Harry-Horatio Roling, Lustrous GEF with hints of colourful toning, boxed
IndiaGeneral Service Medal with two clasps Waziristan 1919-21 and Waziristan 1921-24, to 6077846 Pte. E.T.Caress The Queen's Regiment, as part of a group of four to awarded to Pte. E. Caress World War I War Medal (to GS-8577 Pte. E. Caress R.W.Kent R.) and Victory Medal (to GS-8577 Pte. E. Caress R.W.Kent R.), and RoyalNavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal George V (type 1) Non-swivelling bar, narrow suspender, (to K.64947 E.T. Caress S.P.O. H.M.S.Pembroke, EF with some hairlines
Long Service and Good Conduct medal George V (type A) awarded to 27672 Q.M.Sjt. INSTR: W.Hayward. R.E, NEF/EF with some scratches below the bust, no ribbon, Territorial Efficient Service Medal George VI (Type Ab, legend ends FID:DEF) awarded to 5672016 Pte. H.T.Winter Som. L.I. EF with some surface marks
Metropolitan Police group of three awarded to P.C J.Fairman, comprising Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee Medal dated 1887 with 1897 bar, in bronze NVF cleaned, Edward VII Coronation 1902 in bronze GVF cleaned, George V Coronation 1911 in silver, VF/GVF, mounted on a bar, as worn, along with a Metropolitan Police helmet badge
NavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal awarded to JX. 153299 J.D. Whetton P.O. H.M.S. Pembroke VF/GVF with a scratch on the obverse, Mercantile Marine War Medal 1914-1918 awarded to James Byrne VF with some surface residue, World War I (4) 1914 Star awarded to CH. 5419 Sergt. A.E.H. Fowler R.M. Brigade EF with surface residue, 1914-15 Star awarded to L-11873 Gnr. F.J. Stiling R.F.A GVF, British War Medals (2) the first awarded to 13024 Pte. G. Chadbourne Notts. & Derby. R. VF, the second awarded to 54406 Pte. J. Ramsey R. Fus.GVF/NEF
Queen Victoria Jubilee Medallion 1887, the obverse with centre picture of the Queen, with details of her Birth, Coronation, Marriage, and Golden Jubilee, the reverse with the first two verses of the National Anthem 36mm cross-shaped with blue ribbon, VF, Opening of The Birmingham University 1909 Obverse: Conjoined busts left, of KingEdward VII and Queen Alexandra, Reverse: 4-line inscription on a scroll GEF boxed, Coronation of George V City of Birmingham 35mm diameter in bronze, GEF holed with suspension loop and ribbon, The King's Medal 1911 32mm diameter in bronze by F. Ransom, Reverse: A crowned shield within a wreath with the legend 'Awarded by the London Covnty Covncil for Attendance, Condvct and Indvstry Dvring The Year in ten lines EF/AU, together with pins (4) L.C.C. and 1911-12, and two with floral decoration, First World War Medal, awarded to 21892 Pte. H. Ashman E. Lan. R. Fine with no suspension mount, World War II stars 1939-45 and Pacific Stars miniature copies with ribbons, Fine
Second China War Medal with two clasps Taku Forts 1860 and Pekin 1860, awarded to Sapper Wm.Huxley . 23rd C. Royal Engineers VF with some scratches by the clasp, with ribbon
The Volunteer Officer's Decoration (instituted 1892) VR cypher, in silver-gilt awarded to Major John Wood 4.V.B Ches. Regt No.155, (hallmarked London 1895), EF with ribbon, without top bar
World Medals (3) Germany - Mother's Cross Silver award, second class, awarded for raising six or seven children EF, USAWorld War IIVictory Medal with ribbon and pin EF with some surface residue, PakistanGeneral Service Medal with Kashmir 1948 clasp EF
World War I group of four to 63741 Dvr. P.H.Caselton R.F.A. comprising 1914 Mons Star with Silver Rosette, British War Medal (to Bmbr. P.H. Caselton) and Victory Medal (to Bmbr. P.H.Caselton), with Italy - Messina Earthquake Medal 1908 VF/NEF cleaned, with papers, along with ImperialService Medal with box , along with World War II group of three comprising 1939-45 Star, The Air Crew Europe Star and War Medal 1939-45, these un-named, EF to GEF with ribbons, we note a Sergeant VJ Caselton 1801923 has entitlement to the same group of medals
World War I Pair, British War Medal and Victory Medal to 18457 Pte. A.E.Wakeham , The Queen's Regiment, War Medal NVF with surface stress marks and a heavy edge pinch, Victory medal EF with ribbon, along with Pennies (2) 1898 VG and 1965 VF
World War I pairs British War Medal and Victory Medal (2) the first pair awarded to M.35120 V.G. Hawkins Sto.1. R.N, GVF to EF, the second pair awarded to G-27531 Pte. B. Kelly R.W.Kent R. VF to NEF the bronze medals with some surface residue from vinyl storage, along with World War IIDefence Medal NEF with some surface residue
World War I War medal awarded to 865295 Sergt. R. Underhay R.A. VF cleaned, and Territorial ForceEfficiency Medal George V issue (type A) GVF cleaned awarded to 865295 Sergt. R. Underhay R.F.A
Albania (4) Order for Good Service to State and Society First Class, Second Class and Third Class awards, with Era of Communism Medal Red star above Red flag VF to EF, along with Albania Nene Heroine (Awarded 1955-1990) awarded to mothers of 10 children EF, Albania Motherhood medals, First class, Second class and Third Class, EF with ribbons, with awards for Agriculture, Arts, Military and Distinguished Master of Professions, in mixed grades to EF, along with Hungary (2) Service to the Homeland Class 1 UNC boxed, Hungary 20 Years Exemplary Military Service UNC boxed
Britannia Medal 2007 Victoria Cross Winners, the reverse design includes John Travers Cornwell, the youngest recipient of a VC, Captain Albert Ball of the Sherwood Foresters and Royal Flying Corps (later the RAF), and Guy Gibson, leader of the Dambuster raid 5oz. Silver Proof, nFDC with a hint of toning, in a Westminster box with certificate
Britannia Medal 2011 75th Anniversary of the 'Year of the Three Kings' (1936) 5oz. Silver Proof with gold plated portraits on the reverse, FDC in a Westminster box with certificate
Campaign Medals (8) World War I British War Medal to 36515 Pte. F.Bayford E.York Reg.World War II (7)1939-1945 Star (2), Atlantic Star (2), Africa Star and Italy Star, and War Medal 1939-1945 GVF to GEF with ribbons, East YorkshireRegiment cap badge, The King's Royal Rifle Corps cap badge, Germany Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2.Klasse (Non combatant), along with three unnamed prize medals (boxed), Safe driving medal 1946-1955, Punctual Attendance Medal 1908-1909 London County Council in white metal VF, George VSilver Jubilee Medal 1935 35mm diameter in brass showing the names of many Commonwealth countries GVF pierced for suspension, Edward VIII Coronation medal 38mm diameter in white metal NVF, pierced for suspension, and a small medalet bearing the portrait of Joan of arc VF
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in copper by B. Pistrucci, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1146, Obverse: Bust left Laureate GEORGIUS IIII D.G. BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory, behind, before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia PROPRIO JAM JURE ANIMO PATERNO in exergue: INAUGURATUS/ DIE. JULII. XIX. /ANNO.MDCCCXXI, 22.67 grammes, a small flattening on the highest part of the truncation, otherwise UNC attractively toned, a very attractive example, comes with the round red case of issue, seldom seen in this high grade
Coronation of George VI 1937 57mm diameter in silver Eimer 2046a by P. Metcalfe, The official Royal Mint issue, 84.06 grammes, ,Matt finish a choice example, UNC in the original red box of issue
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 36mm diameter in copper by B. Pistrucci, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1315 Obverse Bust left draped and wearing a bandeau. VICTORIA. D.G. BRITANNIARUM REGINA F.D. Reverse Victoria enthroned left, receives a crown from Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia ERIMUS TIBI NOBILE REGNUM Exergue. INAUGURATA DIE JUNII XXVIII MDCCCXXXVIII, 23.87 grammes, UNC and nicely toned, a few small contact marks in the obverse field barely detract, seldom seen in this pleasing grade, in a square black contemporary box
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 64mm diameter in White Metal by C. Davis, Obverse: Head of the Queen left, garlanded with roses, thistles and shamrocks, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D: Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned, on a raised stage, being crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury. To the right she is proclaimed by the figures of Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia; to the left she is attended by Justice and Industry, a winged herald and cherub above, with a lion and cornucopia below. H.M.G. MAJESTY VICTORA . BORN MAY 24th 1819 . ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20th 1837. In exergue: CROWNED JUNE 28th 1838. Signed DAVIS BIRM. to the right of the design, BHM 1807, 81.66 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous with a few small spots, Rare
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in copper by W.WyonEimer 1251 The official Royal Mint issue after F.Chantrey, Obverse : Bust of William IV right, with raised C on truncation, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP:8 1831, Reverse: Bust, right, diademed, of Queen Adelaide ADELAIDE. QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP : 8 1831. UNC and attractively toned, the odd small spot in the fields barely detracts, in the round case of issue, the lid detached
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in silver by W.WyonEimer 1251 The official Royal Mint issue after F.Chantrey, Obverse : Bust of William IV right, with raised C on truncation, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP:8 1831, Reverse: Bust of Queen Adelaide right, with raised C on truncation, ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP:8 1831, with a striking flaw in the reverse field behind the Queen, UNC and beautifully toned, retaining a prooflike appearance, comes in the red fitted case of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 the official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817a, 84.57 grammes A/UNC toned with some minor contact marks on the reverse, in the Royal Mint red box of issue
First World War group of three awarded to Pte. E. Cook, 1914-15 Star (as CH.19000 Pte E. Cook R.M.L.I) and British War Medal and Victory Medal (as CH.3455-S Pte E. Cook R.M.L.I) EF, along with London County Council - London Fire Brigade Good Service Medal (4th Type) 38mm diameter in bronze, awarded to Fireman E.W.Cook GEF, comes with small photo of the fire crew
France - Ardennes - Sedan region Jeton 1644 Manufacture of Dijonval, 37mm diameter octagonal in silver, 20.62 grammes, Reverse: a draped female figure seated to the left, on bundles of woollen cloth, on one reads LAINE D'ESPAGNE (Spanish Wool). Her right hand rests upon the handle of a bladed tool with the blade touching the ground, her left hand holding a skein of wool placed on her knee, in the left field the front of a galloping horse, with a seascape behind with three ships under sail. In exergue: MANUFACTURE PAIGNON / ETABLIE EN 1644. The obverse a large ornate P within a wreath of oak leaves and olive branches Near EF with attractive peripheral golden toning. Our research has found that the copper version is listed as rare, and that a silver example exists in the Museum of Ardenne in Charleville-Mezieres. A most interesting piece of French pre-industrial heritage. Cataloguers Note: Cloth-making has taken place in Sedan since the 16th Century and developed under the influence of Protestant refugees. The Dijonval factory near Sedan was created in 1646 by Nicolas Cadeau, and until 1666 they were the only manufacturers of fine sheets in France. In 1711 Dijonval was bought by Paignon who expanded the factory that would continue to be used until the 20th Century. In it's heyday in the 18th Century, the factory employed around 14,000 people, including 10,000 in the countryside weaving and spinning wool.
George III Visited Lyndhurst, Lymington Southampton and Weymouth 1789 bronze 30mm VF, Marquis of Granby British Hero 27mm bronze Fine, The Prince of Wales Model Sovereign 1854 VictoriaYoung Head obverse brass 22mm EF, Industrial Exhibition of North Wales 1876 Wrexham 45mm copper probably about as struck but with some light green patina in parts BHM 3034, Thomas Charles of Bara 1885 Welsh Legends SABBOTHOL YN NCHYMRU etc White Metal 44mm EF holed at 12 o'clock BHM 3201, Victoria Jubilee 1887 copper 22mm Old Head Bust obverse, shield in wreath reverse GEF, Visit of George V and Queen Mary to Cardiff 1912 44mm White Metal EF pierced for suspension, George V Official Silver Jubilee 1935 in silver 30mm GEF nicely toned, QE II Coronation 1953 in silvered bronze matt finish 38mm Britannia with Lion reverse with river and London buildings in the background GEF and pleasing BHM 4445, Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 brass 32mm GEF along with an oval piece UNDEB CHWARELWYR GOGLEDD CYMRIE
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 the official Royal Mint issue, by P. Metcalfe, 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish, Eimer 2029a, 85.90 grammes, UNC with some very small rim nicks evident under magnification, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Germany - Otto von Bismarck 100th Anniversary of Kaiserproklamation und Reichsgrundung 1871-1971 34mm diameter, 15.83 grammes, Obverse: Uniformed Bust left, three-quarters facing, OTTO VON BISMARCK . DER GRUNDER DES DEUTSCHEN REICHES Reverse: Ceremonial scene with HH 999.9 on the steps of the design, Lustrous Mint state
International Society of Postmasters a collection of 13 Silver Crown-sized Proofs, January 1975-January 1976 issues, nFDC to FDC housed in the album of issue, along with Chinese Coins a 10 coin set of Cash Coinage 1644-1911 covering Shun-Chi to Shuen-Tung dynasties, these modern replicas, as made, Straits Settlements One Cent 1884 VG, Ceylon 10 Cents 1944 VG, Singapore 5 Dollars 1981 Changi Airport UNC in a slide case, GB (15) Five Pound Crowns (2) 1990 Queen Mother 90th Birthday, 1993 Coronation 40th Anniversary, Fifty Pence 1973 EEC, Florins (3) 1963, 1965, 1966, Shillings (7) 1948S, 1954E, 1954S, 1955S, 1956E, 1958S, 1966S, Penny 1967, Halfpenny 1965 in mixed grades, Medals (4) SEAP Games 1973 UNC in the slide case of issue, Greenwich Meridian 1984 in bronze UNC, London Zoo 2000 in bronze UNC, Singapore Jurong Bird Park 40mm diameter, undated, in Bronze UNC
Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in silver by W.Goscombe John, Eimer 1925 The Official Royal Mint Issue Obverse Bust Three-quarters left, crowned and draped, CARNARVON IVLY. XIII. MCMXI across the field, INVESTITVRE. OF. EDWARD. PRINCE. OF. WALES. K.G. Reverse Caernarvon Castle, the Welsh Dragon below, ARWISGIAD.IORWERTH TYWSOG.CYMRU.M.G, a radiate sky decorated with the Prince's crest within Garter, crowned. 21.26 grammes, UNC or very near so and attractively toned, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Israel a large collection of Medals (250) in plush albums and presentation packs, many impressive large sizes, many in the 50mm to 80mm size range, almost all are bronze issues, includes one example in .935 silver and weighing 116 grammes, some with coloured details on the reverse, the vast majority UNC, along with medallic covers (2) The Test CricketCentenary 1877-1977 comprising Silver Crown-sized Medal Lustrous UNC and set of 5x 18p stamps, in the green folder of issue with certificate, The Apollo-Soyuz Space Mission 1975 comprising Silver Crown-sized Medal Proof FDC, with pair of US and Russia stamps, on the cover of issue, along with Book: Israel Government Coins and Medals Corporation Ltd.1982 Edition, this in very good second-hand condition(large lot over 44 Kilos)
LiverpoolShipwreck and Humane Society 1894 'FOR BRAVERY AND SAVING LIFE', 39mm diameter in Bronze, General medal type 3, awarded to Charles McKinley for Gallant Service, GEF
Medallic issues and paranumismatic items (72) includes modern issues (26) covering a wide array of subjects, including William Shakespeare, The Spanish Armada, Edward VIII, Royal Wedding of Prince Andrew and Niss Sarah Ferguson, Classic Milled and Hammered Coin designs, Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee, Una and the Lion and more, all Crown-sized, the Una and the Lion marked 'COPY' all GEF to UNC and lustrous, also gold painted Pre-Decimal coins, modern medals and fantasy pieces, base metal issues, in mixed grades
Medals (2) a pair awarded to Dr. Lionel P. Shadbolt comprising a fob-pendant style 9 carat gold inscribed 'FOR GALLANTRY IN SAVING LIFE' , the back inscribed 'PRESENTED TO Dr. LIONEL P. SHADBOLT by the PASSENDGERS OF THE 3PM Boat LIVERPOOL TO EASTHAM 21st Sept 1902 and hallmarked below NEF, with LiverpoolShipwreck and Humane Society Medal 38mm diameter, 3rd type in silver, edge inscribed 'DR. LIONEL P. SHADBOLT FOR RESCUING A WOULD BE SUICIDE FROM THE RIVER NEAR THE LANDING STAGE 21st SEPT. 1902 GEF both boxed
Medals (6) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 25mm diameter in silver, the official Royal Mint issue VF, Queen Elizabeth II Coronation 1953 34mm diameter in base metal UNC boxed, Death of WinstonChurchill 1965 39mm diameter in silver Obverse: Bust facing, no legend, Reverse: THE RT. HON. SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL K.G., O.M., C.H. 1874-1965, with J.T & Co. stamp and silver hallmark below, Matt Finish UNC boxed, Welshpool and Llfair Light Railway 75th Anniversary 1803-1978 38mm diameter in base metal, UNC boxed, Prize Medals (2) World Dancing Championships 1922 in bronze NEF in box, the box with the lid detached, Heaton Junior Technical School 39mm diameter in base metal- 1944 Athletics - Senior 100 Yards Handicap awarded to K.F.Robson UNC boxed, A brass Sovereign weighing scale, Enamelled Shilling 1887 in five colours, fair workmanship, Two Pounds 1995 Peace Dove UNC (2) both in Second World WarCommemorative packs
Military Medal - for Bravery In The Field awarded to 85348 Dvr. E.J.Bricknell D.36/BDE: R.F.A, He joined in February 1915 and went to France in July of the same year, serving there until the cessation of hostilities. He was awarded the Military Medal for great bravery, remaining at his post while in great danger, comes with group of three comprising 1914-15 Star, British War Medal and Victory Medal (to 85348 Dvr. E.J. Bricknell R.A) VF to GVF, the group of three with ribbons, comes with group of five photographs
Of Masonic Interest - Caledonian Corkers Prize Medallion, Lodge 253 in 9 carat gold, and inscribed 'G.I.O.L.C.C Presented to Bro G Canning for services rendered 1899' on a 9 carat gold chain total weight 12.53 grammes, in very good condition, comes with a presentation box
Peru Proclamation medal for the Peruvian Rebellion against the Spanish, 1840, 29mm diameter in silver, Fontrobert 9065, 12.26 grams, About UNC and lustrous, scarce
Peru, Opening of the Cuzco mountain road February 1928, 37mm diameter in silver with loop mount at top Obverse: Vehicle on the mountain road, Reverse inscription in 11 lines EF
Prince George First Birthday 2014 22 July, 39mm diameter, Obverse: Shields in cruciform, with crossed sceptres MAGNAE BRITANNIAE, Reverse large G with floral emblems within, struck in 22 carat gold and weighing 34 grammes, FDC or near so with odd small flecks of toning, in the box of issue with certificate, number 34 of only 45 minted
Prize Medals (2) Shire Horse Society 45mm diameter by Mappin & Webb, London, in silver, 48.09 grammes, EF toned, in the red box of issue, Worshipful Company of Musicians 55mm diameter in silver by C.B.Birch named to J.W.Martindale, Cassel Prize 1952, 95.3 grammes EF with some hairlines, boxed
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Argentina issue 34mm diameter in silver by J.D (?) Eimer 1822 Obverse: Bust of the Queen, left, veiled, SEMPER HONOR, NOMENQUE TUUM LAUDESQUE MANEBUNT 1837-1897. Rev: Flags of Great Britain and Argentina, crossed, IN COM. LX ANN. ACC. VICTORIAE BRITT. REG. IND. IMP. BUENOS AIRES. A/UNC and with an attractive golden tone with touches of blue and green
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in 24 carat Gold, weight 95.12 grammes, Eimer 1817a, About EF with light contact marks and minor edge nicks, always a desirable type, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue. Eimer shows a mintage of just 3725 medals minted
Royal Birth of Prince George 2013 22 July, 39mm diameter, Obverse: Shields in cruciform, with crossed sceptres MAGNAE BRITANNIAE, Reverse legend within a wreath H.R.H PRINCE GEORGE OF CAMBRIDGE 22 July 2013 with gemstone at the top of the reverse, struck in 22 carat gold and weighing 34 grammes, FDC or very near so in the box of issue with certificate
Silver Medals (Covers) (3) China, Peoples Republic of China 1.1.1949 map of China reverse, obverse with Chairman Mao Tse-Tung silver and marked .999 and marked CHI (Val Cambi of Switzerland) Unc and starting to. Nepal Medal and Stamp Cover 25th Anniversary of the First Ascent of Mount Everest June 1 1978 by Franklin Mint and in their wallet of issues with Namche Bazar post mark 29.5.1978 and showing the signatures of Sherpa Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary. The Centenary of Test Cricket 1977 crown sized silver commemorating the first test match which was at Melbourne cricket ground post mark 9 Mar 1977 Unc in The Birmingham Mint's Wallet of Issue
Simon de Passe Counters or Gambling Counters in silver (2) Henry III and Edward II each depicting a half length portrait of the monarch, with details of the monarch's reign, and with coat of arms on the reverse also incuse, both designs incuse, pleasing VF, Medal, Treaty of Ryswick - Fortunes of Prince James 1697 25mm diameter by N.Roettier, Obverse: Bust left, IAC: WALLIAE PRINCEPS, Reverse: Dove with olive branch fly above a calm sea, MANSVRAE N. VNTIA PACIS: with date in exergue, Eimer 377 NVF with some pitting, Medal The Great War - LiverpoolVictoria Legal Friendly Society 20mm, diameter in 9 carat gold, 2.32 grammes, presented to L.E.Milton Good Fine with loop mount at the top, Guinea Weight James I, Obverse: Bust right half length.I.R..MA.BRI. Reverse: Crowned XXI S in two lines Good Fine, Pennies (2) Edward I with much of the legend worn, Henry III Long Cross, London Mint moneyer Nicole Fine, heavily die-clashed
The Marriage of HRH The Prince of Wales and Mrs. Camilla Parker Bowles April 9 2005, 39.94 grammes, in 22 carat Gold Proof FDC cased as issued with certificate, number 0042 of 1000 issued
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