Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, Eimer 470 the official Coronation issue, Obverse: Bust right armoured and draped GEORGIVS. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX Reverse: the King enthroned right is crowned by Britannia, Exergue: INAVGVRAT. XX. OCT. MDCCXIII, 14.10 grammes, Good Fine/Fine
Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker 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, Eimer 510, in an NGC holder and graded MS61
Coronation of George IV 1821 46mm diameter in bronze by J.G.Hancock, Obverse: Laureate bust left, GEORGE IV ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE IN THE 58 YEAR OF HIS AGE, Reverse: Crown above GR IV within sprays of roses, thistles and shamrocks, Above : CORONATION, Below: AT WESTMINSTER ABBEY JULY 19 1821, BHM 1077, in an NGC holder and graded MS64 BN (states BHM 1098 on the label in error)
Coronation of George VI 1937 32mm diameter in gold by P. Metcalfe, The Official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: Bust left crowned and draped, GEORGE VI CROWNED 12 MAY 1937, Reverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, QVEEN ELIZABETH 12 MAY 1937, Eimer 2046b, BHM 4314, 23.65 grammes, minor hairlines, otherwise choice with practically full mint lustre, comes in the red Royal Mint dated box of issue, a scarce piece with only 422 issued
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, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP:8 1831, Reverse: Bust of Queen Adelaide right, ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP:8 1831. Attractively toned with reflective fields, in an NGC holder and graded MS63
Department of Science and Art, Queen's Medal 1897 51mm diameter in bronze, by F. Bowcher, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QUEEN & EMPRESS 1897, Reverse: NATIONAL MEDAL FOR SVCCESS IN ART AWARDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND ART, all within a wreath, Eimer 1825, awarded to Tom Yates, for Building Construction 1898, A/UNC toned
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 (2) 25mm diameter in gold, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817b, BHM 3506, 12.89 grammes, NEF with some contact marks and rim nicks
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 (2) the first 56mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, EF, the second 25mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817b, 9.58 grammes, GVF with some heavier contact marks
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 (2) the first 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 84.11 grammes, EF, the obverse cleaned, in the box of issue, the second 56mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T. Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, 72.58g, EF with some nicks and spots, in the box of issue, the lid detached
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 (3) each 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issues, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 84.11 grammes, 84.32 grammes and 84.04 grammes, all EF the first two cleaned, the third with some small edge nicks, each in the box of issue, one box with some tears
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 (4) each 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issues, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, the first 84.18 grammes, VF with some nicks and thin scratches, the second 85.37 grammes GVF cleaned, the reverse with some staining, the third 83.47 grammes, VF brightly cleaned, the fourth 82.61 grammes, Good Fine with surface marks, each in the red box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in bronze, the Official Royal Mint issues (9) Eimer 1817, 77.14 grammes, 75.20 grammes, 71.54 grammes, 75.65 grammes, 77.47 grammes, 72.57 grammes, 76.52 grammes, and 70.04 grammes, one GVF, one NEF, the others EF to GEF
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 84.04 grammes, UNC or near so, lightly toned, in the Royal Mint red box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 84.05 grammes, UNC grey toned with touches of blue and magenta, in the red box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 84.11 grammes, UNC or near so and attractively toned with a small edge nick and some contact marks on the reverse, in the red box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 84.11 grammes, UNC or very near so with minor cabinet friction, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 84.13 grammes, UNC the obverse with grey tone and touches of blue and gold, in the red box of issue, the box with an ink stain on the inner lining
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 85.01 grammes, A/UNC in the Royal Mint red box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 85.04 grammes, A/UNC with some small contact marks, in the Royal Mint red box of issue
Edward VIII (as Prince of Wales) Visit to Argentina 1925 31mm diameter in silvered bronze, by Gottuzo & Piana, Giordano CM106b, Reverse: THE BRITISH SOCIETY IN THE ARGENTINE REPUBLIC 1925, TO/COMMEMORATE/THE VISIT OF/H.R.H THE PRINCE OF WALES/TO THE/ ARGENTINE REPUBLIC/ AUGUST 1925 EF with loop mount as issued, World War IVictory Medals (3), the first awarded to 8612 Pte. C. Chandler A.S.C, Lustrous UNC, the second awarded to 137546 Pte. E. J. Fairweather R.A.M.C, EF, the third awarded to 8264 Pte. T. Dougal Ir. Gds. NEF with uneven toning, Coronation of George VI 32mm diameter in aluminium EF, Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 1953 38mm diameter in base metal VF, Prize Medals (2) Army Rifle Association - British Armies In France - For Skill With The Rifle, Rhine Army Rifle Meeting 1919, unawarded VF, Attendance Medal 1910 awarded by London County Council to E.Moody For Punctual Attendance, Queen Victoria - The Longest Reign 1897, Uniface with Bust Veiled left and INDIA, AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AFRICA and CANADA surrounding, White metal, VF, GB Halfcrown 1942 enamelled in three colours fair workmanship, in a silver mount, Fantasy Crown 1836 Obverse: William IV, Reverse Shield draped and crowned, Retro series by INA Lustrous UNC, Cap Badge RMIB (RoyalMasonic Institute for Boys) GVF, Germany - Export Messe Hannover 1947 Medal in base metal EF, medal ribbons (green) with bars attached for long service, two ribbons, one with five bars dated 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959 and 1960 the 1956 with a red enamelled 15, the second with 1961 and 1966 bars, the 1961 bar with a red enamelled 20, the 1966 bar with a red enamelled star, along with a coin mount (round) for a 35mm diameter coin ,and a pin mount with 8 claws, would hold a 32mm diameter coin, both in good second-hand condition
Edward VIII Abdication medal 1936 51mm diameter, matt finish, in silver by J.Pinches Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, EDWARD . VIII . KING AND . EMPEROR . Reverse: 13-line inscription BORN / 23 JUNE 1894 / INESTED : PRINE OF / WALES : 13 JULY 1911 / ASCENDED THE THRONE / ~ 20 JANUARY 1936 ~ / ABDICATED : 10 DECEMBER 1936 / IN FAVOUR OF HIS BROTHER / H.R.H. THE DUKE OF YORK / THE TITLE OF / DUKE OF WINDSOR / BEING CONFERRED / UPON HIM, Edge: Individually numbered C5 54s, 72.34 grammes, Giordano 350c, UNC, Rare
Edward VIII medallion as Prince of Wales - MaoriRugby Team Visit 1927, 51mm diameter in silver by Elkington & Co. Obverse: Crown surmounting crest and motto within inner oval of the Order of the Garter HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE, and, below, Order of the Star of India inscribed HEAVENS LIGHT OUR GUIDE, Reverse: A 7-line inscription THE VISIT / OF / THE MAORI / RUGBY FOOTBALL TEAM / TO / GREAT BRITAIN / 1926-1927, 54.30 grammes, Giordano CM115, A/UNC and very rare
Edward VIII proposed Coronation Medal 1937 Vienna Mint, 60mm diameter in bronze, matt finish, by Josef Tautenhayn, Obverse: Bareheaded Effigy left, EDVARDVS VIII : D : G : BRITT : OMN : REX, Reverse: St. Edward's crown 1937 above, FID : DEF : IND : IMP : DIADEMA : ACCEPIT, 80.86 grammes, Giordano CM 301a, BHM 4297, UNC
Epping Forest, Royal Visit and Dedication 1882, 77mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria, left, crowned, veiled and draped, with a continuous border of roses, thistles and shamrocks. Reverse: Londonia standing opposite the Queen, seated, holds open a gate at the edge of a forest, allowing passage along it's winding pathway. IT GIVES ME THE GREATEST SATISFACTION TO DEDICATE THIS BEAUTIFUL FOREST FOR THE USE AND ENJOYMENT OF MY PEOPLE FOR ALL TIME. EPPING FOREST 6 MAY 1882. Eimer 1689, BHM 3128, Welch 17, 195.97 grammes, NEF/GVF the obverse with some minor surface marks. Note: This is number 17 of the series of medals commissioned by the Corporation of London, only 400 pieces were struck
Exhibition of Art Treasures, Manchester 1857 41mm diameter in white metal by Messrs. Pinches, Obverse: A view of the exhibition buildings, EXHIBITION OF ART TREASURES , In exergue: OPENED AT MANCHESTER / BY HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS / PRINCE ALBERT / MAY 5th 1857, Reverse: Three Muses seated surrounded by various objects symbolising the subject of the exhibition, BHM 2609, Lustrous UNC, in the fitted case of issue, the lid detached
George Mellor First Conservative Mayor of Ashton under-Lyme June 30 1875 38mm diameter in bronze, Obverse bust facing, Reverse: text in 12 lines : FIRST CONSERVATIVE ALDERMEN OF THE BOROUGH OF ASHTON-UNDER-LYME ELECTED NOVEMBER 9 1874 ISAAC WATT BOULTON JOHN NIELD J.P. JAMES WALKER ELY ANDREW J.P. 22.14 grammes, EF boxed
German States - Prussiaundated (1890) WeddingAnniversary of Wilhelm II and Auguste 45mm diameter in silver and weighing 50.92 grammes, by E.Weigand, Victoria Obverse: Conjoined Busts right WILHELM D.K. KONIG V. PREUSSEN-AUGUSTE VICTORIA D.K.K.V.PR. Reverse: Legend in five lines SEID FROHLICH IN HOFFNUNG GEDULDIG IN TRUBSAL HALTET AN AM GEBET, with ZUM EHEJUBILAUM-ROMER C.12 V.12 around, VF/NVF
German States - Prussiaundated (1890) Wilhem II and Auguste VictoriaGolden Wedding 45mm diameter in silver by E.Weigand, 50.40 grammes, Obverse: WILHELM. D.K.KONIG. V. PREUSSEN . AUGUSTE VICTORIAD.K.K.V.PR, Reverse: ZUM EHE JUBILAUM ROMER C.12 V.12, with SEID FROHICHEN HOFFNUNG GEDULDIG IN TRUBSAL HLTET AN AM GEBET in the centre (Be joyful in hope, patient in tribulation, keep on praying), Lange 619 EF boxed
Germany - Wilhelm II 90mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust right uniformed WILHELM II, Reverse: German Empire Eagle crest, undated and unsigned, 292.16 grammes, EF, the reverse with a slightly uneven tone
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in Bronze The official Royal Mint issue by J.E.Boehm & F Leighton, Obverse: Bust left Crowned and Veiled. VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX. Reverse Enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art left, opposite those of Industry and Agriculture right, at their feet below Empire are Mercury reclining and Time Above two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and V.R.I in a wreath between . IN. COMMEMORATION. Exergue. Five linked shields inscribed ASIA AMERICA EUROPE AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 209.33 grammes , UNC with a few small spots on the legend, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
Great Exhibition 1851 Exhibitor's Medal 44mm diameter in silver, unsigned, uniface, Reverse: A dove upon a globe, a banner with EXHIBITOR around it, all within a wreath, EXHIBITION OF THE WORKS OF INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS. MDCCCLI. Edge: UNITED KINGDOM CLASS 20, No. 46A VF with some edge nicks, in a modern box. Note: Class 20 is 'Clothing for immediate personal or domestic use'.
Halfcrown to Farthing and Medal - Second World War Coinage and Medal Set comprising Halfcrown to Farthing (10 coins) Halfcrown NEF/EF, other coins VG to Fine, and 1939-1945 World War II medal EF, in the Royal Mint box as issued with descriptive booklet
Indian Olympic Games 14th Bombay 1950 52mm diameter in gilt bronze Obverse: The Gateway of India, XIV INDIAN OLYMPIC GAMES BOMBAY 1950 and the Olympic rings, Reverse: Classical athlete riding a quadriga, weight 55.54 grammes, GEF in soft pouch case. Cataloguers note: The 1950 Indian Olympics were held in Bombay for the second time. The Games were due to be held in Bengal, who were unable to stage the event, and at just three months notice, Bombay organised and staged the Games. The Games were held between 4th and 13th February 1950.
Kings and Queens of England a 43-piece set each 44mm diameter in .925 silver Proof by John Pinches (1970) UNC to FDC and lustrous with some toning, in the large red album of issue, total silver weight around 57 Troy oz.
Lancashire and Manchester interest - Manchester Mechanical and Industrial Exhibition, Pomona Palace, Prize Medal, 89mm diameter in bronze, undated, by Elkington & Co. Manchester. Obverse: Two female figures standing, with implements of Science and Art, beyond: A city view. Reverse: A crest of Arms and supporters, unnamed, 310.51 grammes, UNC or near so with a few minor spots
Marriage of the Princess Royal and Prince Frederick William of Russia 42mm diameter in white metal by Messrs. Pinches. Obverse: Heads of Prince Frederick William and Princess Victoria within oval medallions, the Prince bareheaded, the Princess wearing a chaplet of roses. thistles and shamrocks, their names above. Torch entwined with ribbon between, Reverse: The shields of the Prince and Princess within open wreath, sun above. MARRIED AT THE CHAPEL SAINT JAMES'S JANy 25th 1858, 19.94 grammes, BHM 2626, EF with some small spots
Medallic Gold 2021 Duke of Edinburgh Memorial 8.00 grammes of 22 carat gold, hallmarked on the obverse, Gold Proof FDC in the Harrington & Byrne box as issued with their certificate
Medallic issues - 2012 a 4-piece set 100th Anniversary of the Titanic each 70mm diameter silver plated, the reverses showing, construction, launch, the ship sailing and sinking, Lustrous UNC and prooflike, in the Windsor Mint box of issue with two certificates, a reproduction postcard, ticket and menu, originally sold at £69.95 per piece
Medals (2) George V Silver Jubilee 1935 31mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue by P. Metcalfe, Eimer 2029, BHM 4249, 15.67 grammes, EF boxed, Coronation of George VI 1937 31mm diameter in silver , The Official Royal Mint issue by P. Metcalfe, Eimer 2046b, BHM 4314 GEF/EF with some light hairlines
Medals (3) Visit of Czar Alexander I to London 1814 43mm diameter in white metal by J.Westwood, Obverse: Uniformed Bust of Czar Alexander I right, ALEXANDER EMPEROR OF RUSSIA. BORN THE 23 OF DECEMBER 1777, Reverse: Fame flying left, HE SECURED AN HONOURABLE PEACE ON THE CONTINENT AND VISITED ENGLAND JUNE 1814, EF with some underlying lustre, pierced for suspension, BHM 849, listed as RR by BHM, KingGeorge III enters the 50th year of his reign, 48mm diameter in White metal by T. Halliday, Obverse: Bust right, draped and cuirassed, GOD SAVE THE KING, Reverse: IN COMMEMORATION OF GEORGE III KING OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND 25 OCTOBER 1809, legend in centre: HAVING THIS DAY COMMENCED THE 50th YEAR OF HIS REIGN BELOVED BY HIS PEOPLE HIS ACTIONS THE GLORY OF ALL HIS SUBJECTS: AND THE VENERATION OF ALL THE WORLD,BHM 642 NEF with some corrosion and some underlying lustre, Italy Medal the Submarine Sciré 23mm diameter in bronze, undated, with suspension loop attached, Reverse: R. Sommergibile Sciré, Reverse: A map of Africa NEF, A red seal Master General of the Ordnance, oval, 28mm x 32mm in a bakelite or similar shell 37mm inner diameter with 'Gale & Butler Engravers No.35 Crooked Lane, London ornate ticket affixed inside the lid, part of the screw top of the shell broken otherwise in fair second-hand condition, St. Constantine medal a die or seal in lead? 45mm diameter legend SCAPITVLI SCIST EPHANI COSTANTIEN in mirror image, and three figures worshipping, one kneeling, VF
Medals (7) George V Silver Jubilee 1935 George V Silver Jubilee 1935 51mm diameter by Turner and Simpson, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, crowned and draped, GEORGE . V. MARY, a continuous border of six pairs of panels each containing an animal and it's country of origin: kiwi NEW ZEALAND, fish NEWFOUNDLAND, lion INDIA, moose CANADA, kangaroo AUSTRALIA, springbok SOUTH AFRICA. Reverse: Female figure of the mother country standing upon a globe, facing, two cherubs at her feet with cornucopia filled with fruits of the Empire; behind, a procession of Commonwealth subjects carrying produce. The edge inscribed KING'S HEATH JUBILEE SWEEPSTAKES 1935 Eimer 2030, BHM 4263 NEF, Death of Edward Duke of Windsor 1937 38mm diameter in silver by G.A.Holman Obverse head left, Edward Duke of Windsor 1894-1972 below, Reverse: A full blown rose, Eimer 2124EF unevenly toned, in a John Pinches box, Lusitania Medal 1915 A/UNC boxed, Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip 1972 51mm diameter in silver by John Pinches, Obverse: Conjoined busts left, SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF THE QUEEN AND THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH 1947-1972, Reverse: Two Royal shields and crests, each within the Garter, crowned cypher of the Queen , above, that of Prince Philip, Eimer 2125 Matt finish UNC boxed, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 32mm diameter in gilt bronze Eimer 2116, EF boxed, Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London, undated, 51mm diameter in gilt bronze by the Royal Mint UNC boxed, Coronation of George VI 1937 44mm diameter in lead? VG bent
Medals (8) Marriage of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert 1840 42mm diameter in white metal by W.J.Taylor Obverse: Conjoined heads right, the Queen garlanded with roses, the Prince bare-headed, with torch in field to left, VICTORIA OF ENGLAND . ALBERT OF SAXE-COBURG-GOTHA, Reverse: Conjoined shields of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert crowned and garlanded with roses, MARRIED AT THE CHAPEL ROYAL ST. JAMES' PALACE . FEB. 10. 1840, BHM 1918 EF and lustrous, Death of Henry II, Kings and Queens of England - Henry II (No.5) by J. Dassier 1731 Obverse: Bust of Henry II right, HENRICUS II D.G.ANG.ET.HIB.REX, Reverse: Mars seated among military trophies, leaning on the shield of England and holding Victory, Eimer 526, NVF/GF the obverse with some surface dirt, Winchester College Gymnastics medal, undated 38mm diameter in bronze GVF, Coronation of Edward VII Metropolitan Borough of St. Pancras 39mm diameter in white metal EF holed for suspension, Gaming Counters 'To Hanover (2) the first 1837 the second with the date area damaged, Near Fine to Fine, Peace medal 1919 Borough of Southend-on-Sea 33mm diameter in base metal, GVF holed for suspension (2), and Holy Communion medal 40mm diameter in white metal, undated, EF holed for suspension
Medals (8) Reform Bill 1832 45mm diameter in bronze by D.Gibson, Obverse: Britannia standing facing holding an inscribed scroll, British lion to left, crown in rays above, Reverse: Inscription within open wreath, arch above REFORM/ IN THE REPRESENTATION/ OF THE PEOPLE/ IN THE / COMMONS. HOUSE . OF / PARLIAMENT 1832, BHM 1584 GVF, Prize Medal 1880 39mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Young Head of Queen Victoria, Reverse: AWARDED BY THE SCIENCE AND ART DEPARTMENT FOR PROFICIENCY IN SCIENCE, Edge: WILLIAM CROSS METALLURGY 1880 EF, Capture of Badajoz 1812 40mm diameter in white metal by R.Webb/G.Mills Obverse: Bust facing uniformed LIEUT. GEN. SIR. G.PICTON Reverse: Picton plants the British standard on a parapet, Eimer 1021 Fine with some surface marks, Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in white metal Obverse: Busts left crowned, in Coronation robes, Reverse: An angel and Britannia with hands clasped across a Royal Arms upon a globe, Crowned Royal cypher above NEF, Lusitania Medals (2) 1915 both around EF, France - Louis Van Beethoven 1827 50mm diameter in bronze by E. Gatteaux Obverse: Bust left LOUIS VAN BEETHOVEN, Reverse: A lyre NE LE 17 DECMB 1770 A BONN, MORT LE 26 MARS 1827, VF lightly cleaned and retoned, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 1896 Unveiling of the Memorial in Vienna, 56mm diameter in bronze by A.Scharff, Obverse: Bust right 1756-1791, Reverse: Cherubs, one playing a violin, three others scattering roses, EF with some small dark spots
Medals and Tokens (10) comprising Medals (7) Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in bronze, the Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817, NEF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 38mm diameter by E.Fuchs Eimer 1870 EF, Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 39mm diameter in white metal by Heaton, BHM 3249 EF with lustre and some toning, Duke and Duchess of Albany - The Harris Public Library - Laying of the Foundation Stone - The Preston Guild 1882 51mm diameter in white metal pierced for suspension NEF, Anglo-French Working Class Exhibition 1865 Death of Richard Cobden 41mm diameter in bronze by E.Weigand, Eimer 1576, BHM 2839 VF with some edge bruises, Death of Sir Robert Peel 1850 25mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore BHM 2396 GVF, The Reform Bill 1832 Obverse: Britannia stands holding a scroll crown above, and British lion to left, 45mm diameter by Gibson, 12-line inscription on shield, BHM 1584 GVF, Tokens (3) British Naval Halfpenny 1812 Obverse: Nelson left Good Fine, Halfpenny 18th Century (2) Invernesshire - Inverness 1794 Near Fine, edge not readable, Warwickshire 1791 Shakespeare left DH327 VG with edge damaged
Morocco National Development Bank 1959-1974 56mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust of Hassan II left, Reverse: BANQUE NATIONALE POUR LE DEVELOPPMENT ECONOMIQUE. QUINZIEME ANNIVERSAIRE, with BNDE logo 1959-1974 and RABAT in the centre, 61.61 grammes, A/UNC the reverse with a few small spots
National Medal for Success in Art Awarded by the Board of Education 1909, 51mm diameter in bronze awarded to Lillian C.M. Jaggs for Book Illustrations 1909 EF in the South Kensington Board of Education box as issued
Olympic Games 1908 Commemorative Medal 50mm diameter in white metal by B. Mackennal, Obverse: A figure of Fame standing upon a globe, facing, head right, the trumpet and palm branch, ELIS ATHENS PARIS ST.LOUIS LONDON to left and IN COMMEMORATIONOF THE OLYMPIC GAMES HELD IN LONDON 1908 to the right, VAUGHTON on the edge, 52.19 grammes, Eimer 1904, BHM 3963, GVF/VF with a slightly uneven tone
Papal Medal 1963 Pope Paul VI (1963-1978) Second Session of the Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, 50mm diameter, silvered, Obverse: Bust of the Pope left, with hands joined in prayer, below: E.MANFRIDI to the left and E.SENESI to right. PAULUS VI PONT MAX., Reverse: Figure of Jesus in the centre preaching to the 12 apostles seated around him, ECCE EGO VOBISCUM SUM OMNIBUS DIEBUS USQUE AD CONSUMATIONEM SAECULI - CONCILIUM OECUMENICUM VATICANUM SECUNDUM 1963, signed E. Manfrini below. The medal has the obverse of the one described in number 67 of the volume 'The Pontificates of Paul VI and John Paul I in medal' by Macri-Marinelli and the reverse of the one described in number 160 -1962 of the volume 'John XXIII in medal' by Adolfo Modesti - GEF and unpublished with this obverse/reverse pairing
Peace of Utrecht 1713 35mm diameter in silver, by J. Croker, Obverse draped bust left, ANNA . D:G . MAG : BRI . FR : ET . HIB : REG . Reverse Britannia standing facing left, holding an olive branch, a spear and a shield, beyond, ships to left and a farming scene to right COMPOSITIS. VENERANTVR. ARMIS. Exergue MDCCXIII, Eimer 460, in an NGC holder and graded MS62
Pope Saint Gregory I The Great (590-604) award medal of the Society of St. Gregory undated (c.1880) by J.S. and A.B. Wyon. Obverse: Bust right SANCTGVS . GREGORIVS . MAGNVS . PONT . MAX., Reverse: OPTIME . MERITO . OB . VIRTVTEM . DILIGENTIAM . DOCTRINAM . ALVMNO NOMISMA . HONORARIVM DIVTVRNVM . CARITATIS . DOCVMENTVM . DONAVIT Sti. GREGORII SOCIETAS in 9 lines, VF. The present day Socciety of St. Gregory is the National Society for Litugy and Music in the Roman Catholicchurch in Britain
Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 The Official Royal Mint issue in silver 45mm diameter by M.Rizzello, Eimer 2116, Bright UNC with some hairlines, in the Royal Mint box of issue
Prize medal - North of England Baker's Exhibition 32mm diameter in silver, hallmarked, Reverse: CLASS 36 1922 N.STONES in three lines, 16.09 grammes, NEF in a Fattorini & Sons box
Prize medal Cambridge University undated (1927) 51mm diameter in silver Obverse Crest of Arms, UNIVERSITAS CANTABRIGIENSIS, Reverse CREBER UTRAQUE MANU, edge : M.N. GARRUS SABRE TRIALS. 1927. 52.70 grammes, hallmarked, NEF boxed, Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester, 34mm diameter, not hallmarked, presumed silver, undated, inscribed on the reverse: THE JUBILEE 1895, W.T. WILSON F.R.C.V.S. PROF OF VET SURGERY, 22.71 grammes, EF toned, boxed
Prize medals (3) Hindley & District Agricultural Society 1923, 29mm diameter in silver, hallmarked, Reverse: WON BY J.W. & G. SMITH, EF boxed, School Medals (2) Halifax Recreative Evening Classes, Awarded For Regular and Punctual Attendance 32mm diameter in silver, hallmarked 1938, NEF with suspension loop at the top, Edinburgh School Board 1902 Reverse: inscribed 'Awarded to Daisy Coutts Bruntsfield School Leaving Certificate 1902 EF boxed
Rhodesia Independence 1965 25mm diameter in 18 carat gold, Obverse: Ian Smith portrait left RHODESIA 1965, Reverse: Flame Lily INDEPENDENCE. FREEDOM . PEACE . JUSTICE. EF, Set in a mount with chain, this presumed gold, total weight 17.88 grammes, in a blue presentation box
Rhodesia Independence Anniversary 1967 Ian Smith Metapos Gold and Silver three coin set by Heritage Pendant Company Bulawo 2 large crown sized medals a gold and a silver 48mm diameter and a smaller gold medal 26mm diameter Prooflike aFDC and cased with certificate (contains 63 grams of 22 carat gold). A rare seldom offered set
Saudi Arabia 2009 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology presentation medal, 80mm diameter in silver, matt finish, an imposing 245.74 grammes issue (nearly 8oz.) , UNC in the large green box of issue
Silver Jubilee of George V 1935 32mm diameter in silver, The official Royal Mint issue (5) GEF to UNC and attractively toned all in the red boxes of issue, Coronation of George VI 1937 The Official Royal Mint issue (2) EF one toned, the other with obverse EF firmly wedged in the box
Sir WinstonChurchill 1874-1965 in gold (22 carat) 2 the impressive 2 inches diameter by John Pinches facing bust of the man obverse shield with Coat of Arms reverse Unc in the John Pinches presentation box with certificate 138 of 500
St. Paul's Cathedral 1849 60mm diameter in bronze by J.Wiener, Obverse: View of St. Paul's cathedral, In Exergue: ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL LONDON, Reverse: A view of the interior. In Exergue: FOUNDED VI CENTURY, BURNT XI CENTURY,/ REBUILT IN STONE XII and XIII CENTy./ AGAIN BURNT 1666./ REBUILT IN ITS PRESENT STATE 1675-1710./ ARCHIT. CHRIST. WREN, Eimer 1505, BHM 2363, 89.23 grammes, EF with some flecks of uneven tone
The New Elizabethan Age Sterling Silver Medal Collection comprising (26) medals 44mm diameter, 45 grams each medal depicts a historical event in Queen Elizabeth II reign by year 1952 to 1977 such as 1953 Suez Crisis, 1970 Discovery of North Sea Oil, Prooflike BU and comes with a display cabinet
Una and the Lion, a modern fantasy striking of excellent style, an imposing 87mm diameter 6oz. Gold-plated .999 Silver Proof issue, hallmarked on the edge, near FDC retaining almost full mint brilliance, in a Westminster box with their certificate
Walsall Education Committee Regular Attendance and Good Conduct Medals (5) three in white metal, one with a clasp inscribed John Dodd 1904-5, and two in bronze, one with a clasp inscribed J.Dodd 1905-1906, all EF with suspensions and blue ribbons, each with a metal clasp with pin, comes with a Fattorini and Sons medal box for one medal
Westminster Abbey (2) 900th Anniversary 1065 to 1965 57mm diameter in bronze Eimer 2107, Royal Mint issue 1965 Reverse: A view of the Abbey, Obverse: A group of monarchs with Edward The Confessor at centre others include Henry III, Elizabeth I and Henry Purcel famous composer UNC as issued and pleasing, Westminster Abbey undated (c.1841-1850) BHM 2373var. 44mm diameter in White metal, Reverse: description in 20 lines describing the History of the Abbey from 610 onwards, NEF
Westminster Abbey 900 Years 58mm 22 carat gold issues certificate number 582 of 900 Unc in the blue presentation case, impressive design with Westminster Abbey obverse and a montage of monarch's busts reverse
British War Medal 1914-1918 awarded to Staff Nurse I.Ross Q.A.I.M.N.S.R. GVF, with no suspension bar, awards to Staff Nurses from World war I are seldom offered
World War II (7) Dunkirk Medal, in bronze, an unofficial award to commemorate the defence of the town by Allied Forces during Operation Dynamo between May 29th and June 3rd 1940 EF, World war II Defence Medals (2), 1939-1945 Medal, Miniatures (3) Defence Medal and World War II Medal (2), along with tie-pin with Kent prancing horse badge, enamelled
Battle of Camperdown 1797 Admiral Duncan 38mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon Sr. Obverse: Uniformed Bust almost facing, LORD VISt DUNCAN OF CAMPERDOWN ADMIRAL OF THE BLUE, Reverse: Britannia seated right, leaning on a rudder, ensign in left hand, BRITANNIA TRIUMPHANT, in exergue: DUTCH FLEET DEFEATd. / 11 SHIPS TAKEN / OCTr. 11 1797, 27.55 grammes, UNC and nicely toned, boxed with old ticket
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 subtle underlying pastel tone, Rare with only 400 struck
Borough of Barry June 1953 Coronation Celebrations, 1897 Victoria 60 years by Spink angel on globe holding wreaths 1837-1897 reverse, 22 June 1911 George V and Queen Mary conjoined bust, VF - EF all loop mounted the 1897 silver others of silver appearance
Britannia Medal 2012 Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee 5oz. .999 Silver Proof, the reverse with gold highlighting, and inset with 60 small diamonds, FDC in a Westminster box with certificate
Britannia Medals (2) 2009 65th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings 5oz. 0.999 Silver Proof FDC, 2010 65th Anniversary of VE Day 5oz. 0.925 Silver Proof FDC both in Westminster boxes with their certificates
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, set no. 269. 24 silver gilt Crown size medals in an album with text. The medals nFDC to FDC some with flecks of toning, the album in excellent condition
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze, the Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1871, BHM 3737, 79.71 grammes, A/UNC the obverse with some small spots, the reverse with a contact mark in the field, in the red box of issue
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1871, BHM 3737, 85.59 grammes, UNC or near so, nicely toned with some minor surface nicks, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 35mm diameter in silver by John Pinches Ltd. Obverse Crowned and draped bust of Edward VIII left EDWARD VIII KING AND EMPEROR, Reverse Crown on crossed sceptres on a Tudor Rose TO COMMEMORATE . THE . CORONATION OF H.M. KING . EDWARD . VIII MAY 12th 1937, 20.40 grammes, EF, 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, EF gilded, in a presentation box
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, 18.99 grammes, Bright EF with some hairlines
Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issue, by B.Mackennal, Eimer 1922a, BHM 4022, 79.10 grammes, GEF toned, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Corporation of London - New Council Chamber, Guildhall London 1884 77mm diameter in bronze Obverse: A detailed interior view of the Council Chamber, flanked by two heraldic panels, THE NEW COUNCIL CHAMBER. GUILDHALL OF LONDON. OPENED 2ND OCTOBER 1884. In Exergue: The City of London shield. Reverse: Londinia standing before the Civic Chair, attended, right, by Mercury and Commerce addressing her Council, standing and seated before her. In Exergue: City Sword and Mace entwined by a ribbon bearing the city motto. Eimer 1705, BHM 3177 UNC or near so with minor cabinet friction
Death of George IV 1830 40mm diameter in White Metal by E.Thomason after J. Dassier and by J. Marrian, Obverse: Bust right laureate and draped, GEORGIUS III D:G: BRITANNIAR: REX: F:D:, Reverse: BORN 1762 . CROWNED 1821 . DIED 1830. 1821 THE KING / VISITED IRELAND. / 1821. THE KING / VISITED HANOVER / 1822 THE KING / VISITED SCOTLAND. / 1828 THE CORPORATION / & TEST ACT REPEALED / 1829 THE CATHOLICS / EMANCIPATED. BHM 1437 Medal 36, (From the Kings and Queens of England set) 29.38 grammes, A/UNC lustrous and prooflike, some deeper hairlines in the obverse field have caused a small depression in this area
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 26mm diameter in gold Eimer 1817 the official Royal Mint issue, UNC and totally free of contact marks the official red box of issue pristine also, desirable thus
First World War - City of Lincoln Tribute 1919 36mm diameter in bronze by Lidgett, Obverse: Armorial shield and motto CIVITAS LINCOLNIENSIS on a banner below, IN TOKEN OF LINCOLN'S GRATITUDE, Reverse: A soldier kneeling right before Britannia, who places a wreath on his head. Beyond, landscape and sea with field gun and cruiser ; above, an airship and biplane, SERVED IN THE GREAT WAR . Exergue 1914-1919, Eimer 1967, 18.79 grammes, UNC or very near so with minor cabinet friction, in the box of issue
France - ParisExposition Universelle 1855 Large Prize medal 60mm diameter in silver, Obverse: head of Napoleon III right, NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR, Reverse: The French eagle on a crowned and draped shield, surrounded ny palm and laurel branches, all surrounded by the shields of 20 nations. EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRIE BEAUPARTS PARIS 1855, unawarded, with panel below for the recipient's name, 128.81 grammes, EF the obverse with some minor contact marks in the field, in the red round box of issue
George Heriot's Hospital Silver Prize Medal 1872 Obverse: URBI PATER EST. URBIQUE MARITUS, Reverse: PRESENTED BY THE GOVERNORS OF GEORGE HERIOT'S HOSPITAL to Thomas R. Stuart, THE MOST MERITORIOUS OF THE YOUTHS WHO COMPLETED THEIR EDUCATION IN THAT INSTITUTION ANNO 1872 JULY, 54.53 grammes, EF the obverse with some hairline scratches in the fields, with suspension loop on top edge, in the box of issue
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 32mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issues (3) Eimer 2029, BHM 4249 GEF, A/UNC and UNC, all nicely toned, in the red boxes of issue
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in Bronze The official Royal Mint issue by J.E.Boehm/F Leighton, Obverse: Bust left Crowned and Veiled. VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX. Reverse Enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art left, opposite those of Industry and Agriculture right, at their feet below Empire are Mercury reclining and Time Above two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and V.R.I in a wreath between . IN. COMMEMORATION. Exergue. Five linked shields inscribed ASIA AMERICA EUROPE AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 225.32 grammes, UNC in the red box of issue
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in Bronze The official Royal Mint issue by J.E.Boehm/F Leighton, Obverse: Bust left Crowned and Veiled. VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX. Reverse Enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art left, opposite those of Industry and Agriculture right, at their feet below Empire are Mercury reclining and Time Above two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and V.R.I in a wreath between . IN. COMMEMORATION. Exergue. Five linked shields inscribed ASIA AMERICA EUROPE AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 229.29 grammes, UNC and nicely toned, the obverse with a few small scattered spots, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
Guy's Hospital Nursing Medal 1889 32mm diameter in silver Obverse: Bust almost facing, draped, THOMAS GUY. FOUNDER OF GUY'S HOSPITAL .1720 . Reverse: TO (blank space for recipient's name) CERTIFIED NURSE ON COMPLETING FIVE YEARS SERVICE in the centre. MEDAL INSTITUTED BY JOSHUA W. BUTTERWORTH F.S.A.A. GOVERNOR. 1889 UNC and attractively toned, Eimer 1753, BHM 3376, 17.34 grammes, Lustrous UNC with colourful tone, in the original box of issue
Holborn Restaurant 1874 (struck around 1895) 69mm diameter and weighing 236 grammes, struck in lead with a bronzed finish Eimer 1640, BHM 2990. Obverse: A group of figures congregated around a grand entrance HOLBORN. In exergue: RESTAURANT ESTd. 1874, Reverse: Couples dancing on a large ballroom floor. Below PRESENTED BY THE PROPRIETORS, to Mr. J.E. Thorpe Esq. July 7th 1897, VF with some edge bruises. A total of 34 inscriptions are so far recorded of the recipients of the medal between 1893 and 1897. Established in 1874, the restaurant was the grandest establishment of its kind in London and held a unique position in London social life. Many of its facilities were available for private hire, with the King's Hall capable of accommodating 500 diners. The room is described as the 'Home of Golf, Hockey and Tennis clubs holding Annual Reunions'. The restaurant operated until 1954. It was demolished in 1955.
International Exhibition 1862 41mm diameter in gilt bronze, Obverse Bust left TO THE COMMEMORATION OF HIA LATE R.H.THE PRINCE CONSORT ALBERT Reverse Interior of the exhibition building INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1862 Exergue INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1862. STAMPED IN THE BUILDING by H.UHLHORN of GREVENBROICH PRUSSIA. by Schnitzspahn/Wiener, Eimer 1556var,35.99 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous with an edge nick in contemporary round box, International Exhibition 1874
Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 (2) each 40mm diameter in silver by G. Colley, Obverse Portrait of the Prince half facing with Royal Shield of Arms and Prince of Wales feathers in the fields, HRH PRINCE OF WALES 1st JULY 1969, Reverse: The Welsh Dragon with castle behind, INVESTITURE CAERNARVON CASTLE , CASTELL CAERNARFON, Prooflike UNC, hallmarked and numbered on the edges, in Slade, Hampton & Son boxes
Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 (3) a 3-medal set in .999 silver 40mm, 32mm and 25mm diameter Obverse: Bust facing H.R.H. PRINCE CHARLES . PRINCE OF WALES . 1969, Reverse Royal Arms with supporters Prince of Wales feathers and Welsh Dragon below. DRAIG GOCH CYMRU numbered (0473) on the reverses, nFDC to FDC, retaining practically full mint brilliance, the 32mm medal with a metal flaw on the reverse, in the blue box of issue with Metalimport certificate
Investiture of the Prince of Wales 1969 (4) Obverse : Bust right, ARWISGIAD CHARLES TYWYSOG CYMRU. CAERNARFON 1969, Reverse: The Welsh Dragon Y DDRAIG GOCH DDYRY CYCHWYN, Eimer 2116, the first 45mm diameter in silver UNC with some toning, boxed , the second 58mm diameter in gilt bronze UNC boxed, the third and fourth each 32mm diameter in gilt bronze both GEF one cleaned
Irish interest, Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland - National Cattle & Horse Show Tralee 1869, 43mm diameter in silver, 33.97 grammes, Prize Medal awarded to Mr. Jas.Buchanan/ SACKVILLE / FOR THE SECOND BEST / Roll of English Butter / 2nd Class EF attractively toned with much underlying lustre
Kings and Queens of England a 43-piece set each 44mm diameter in .925 Silver Proof by John Pinches (1970) aFDC-FDC some with atoning, in the large red album of issue with certificates (each medal weighs 40 grams approximately)
Kings and Queens of England a 43-piece set each 44mm diameter in .925 silver Proof by John Pinches (1970) UNC to FDC and lustrous with some toning, in the large red album of issue with all certificates and accompanying leaflet, total silver weight around 57 Troy oz.
Lithuania Darius and Girenas (Aviators) 50th Anniversary 1983 60mm diameter in silver weighing 95.68 grammes, Obverse: conjoined heads right wearing helmets and goggles, LITHUANIKOS D IDVYRIAMS ATMINTI 1933 1983, Reverse: the route of the tragic flight across the Atlantic DARIAUS IR GIRENO SKRYDIS PER ATLANTA Lustrous UNC and Prooflike
Lord Roberts - Relief of Bloemfontein and Pretoria 1900 45mm diameter in bronze by F.Bowcher for Spink & Son., Obverse: Bust facing uniformed and holding a baton LORD ROBERTS, Reverse: Three British soldiers of the armed forces advancing right, are greeted by a soldier waving his hat, 1900, In exergue: BLOEMFONTEIN - PRETORIA Eimer 1844a, BHM 3678, UNC or near so with some minor handling marks
Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 46mm diameter in silver by B.Wyon, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, ALBERT VICTORIA Reverse: An upright torch dividing the shields of Britain and Saxe-Coburg-Gotha. EVER MAY LOVE SHED ROSY GARLANDS ROUND. FEBRUARY X. MDCCCXL. Eimer 1336, BHM 1920, UNC with white tone, in a watch style glass bound in a silver frame, (see notes in Eimer), a most attractive piece
Marriage of the Duke of Edinburgh and Grand Duchess Marie of Russia 1874 30mm diameter by J.S. and A.B. Wyon, Obverse: Conjoined busts left MARIE ALEXANDROWNA * ALFRED, Reverse: DUKE AND DUCHESS OF EDINBURGH MARRIED 23rd JAN 1874 , BHM 2978, 13.72 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous, comes in a round box with 'MEDAL struck in LONDON International EXHIBITION 1874 by J.S & A.B. WYON MEDALLISTS TO THE QUEEN 287, Regent Street, London' on the lid
Masonic medals (2) Honourable Testimonial of Masonic Charity & Benevolence instituted by H.R.H Fred Duke of Sussex N:W: Grand master, 20.25 grammes, Gilt GEF, and an oval Masonic Hospital medal 34mm x 45mm in white metal presented to Bro. G.V.Field No.6225, with decorative mount bearing words AEGROS SANAT HUMANITAS VF
Medallic items in gold (2) USA 1977 50th Anniversary of the First Transatlantic flight - Charles A. Lindbergh, Spirit of St. Louis, 2.83 grammes of 10 Carat Gold, Lustrous UNC in a presentation box, USA 1976 Bicentenary 2.32 grammes of 12 Carat Gold, Lustrous UNC in a presentation box, and a 9 Carat gold pendant mount with 22mm aperture, would fit a Gold Sovereign
Medals (2) Royal Mint 1100 Years of Minting 63mm diameter in silver undated (struck 1986) Matt Finish UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, The British Numismatic Society 2003 Silver Centenary Medal 44mm diameter in Matt Silver by the Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Medals (3) Coronation of Edward VIII 1937, 45mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust right crowned and draped HIS MAJESTY KING EDWARD VIII, Reverse: Britannia standing, in an arch, holds a flag in one hand and hold aloft a crown in the other, CROWNED A D 1937, A/UNC, Coronation of George VI 1937, 45mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust right crowned and draped KING GEORGE VI AND QUEEN ELIZABETH, Reverse: Britannia standing, in an arch, holds a flag in one hand and hold aloft a crown in the other CROWNED A D 1937, EF, and Coronation of Elizabeth II 1953 Souvenir Medallion Obverse: Crowned and draped bust of the Queen right, no legend, Reverse: THE CORONATION OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II with EIIR monogram with in wreath, Gilt UNC boxed
Medals (5) Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee of the Accession 1977, Reverse: Crowned E II R, a pair 55mm and 33mm diameter in Gilt .999 Silver 55.08 grammes and 20.00 grammes respectively Prooflike UNC, Queen Elizabeth II Visit to Switzerland 1980 33mm diameter in .999 silver, Prooflike UNC, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Visit to Germany 1965, 19.86 grammes, in pure silver, Prooflike UNC, with some toning, Sir WinstonChurchill 1974 Centenary of his Birth, Obverse: Profile of Bust, 32mm diameter, 15.23 grammes, in .900 silver, Lustrous UNC, Sir Winston Churchill 1974 Centenary of his Birth, Obverse facing portrait, Reverse: V-sign, 33mm diameter, 20.24 grammes, in .999 silver, Lustrous UNC
Medals (64) 19th and 20th Century, a wide ranging group includes regional Coronation types, and some prize medals, two in silver, includes some larger bronze types, in mixed grades to EF
Medals and ingots 7-piece sets (2) 1975 The First United Kingdom Referendum each comprising a sterling silver medal and ingots (6) the ingots each around One Ounce of sterling silver Prooflike UNC with some toning, each set in the Birmingham Mint box of issue, North Sea Oil Medal 1975 45mm diameter in silver 40.50 grammes, Prooflike UNC with some toning, with sample of North Sea oil, boxed with certificate, Ingot and First Day Cover issues by Danbury Mint (3) 1976 First Commercial Flight of Concorde the silver ingot toned UNC, with France 1 Franc 70 Centimes stamp, on the envelope of issue, boxed with certificate, 1977 Queen Elizabeth II Visit to the USA on the 200th Anniversary of Independence Silver Proof toned nFDC, along with 4x 13 Cent stamps, on the envelope of issue, boxed with certificate, Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Stamp Silver ingot (73.54 grammes) nFDC with some toning along with 4x stamps 13p, 11p, 10p and 8 1/2p UNC on the envelope of issue, boxed with certificate, The Coventry Plate - 10th Anniversary of the consecration of the new Coventry Cathedral, in sterling silver, (197.43 grammes) by John Pinches, a limited edition of 1500, UNC boxed with certificate, The Roman Spoons a 12-piece set by John Pinches, each spoon with a different Roman portrait at the top of the handle, (total weight of the set 266.12 grammes) UNC with a few small spots, in the box of issue with certificate, in all, the lot contains a total of over 1.1 Kilos of sterling silver
Medals and Medallic (5) comprising China One Ounce Silver Ingot 32mm x 22mm the obverse with images of both sides of a China Dollar Y#332 (1916) Inauguration of the Hung-Hsien regime with portrait of Hung-Hsieng in military uniform with plumed hat facing and dragon reverse, A/UNC, GB Admiral Vernon 1739 HE TOOK PORTOBELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY, Eimer 550, Fine, cleaned, GB Medallic Fantasy Crown 1936 Edward VIII Obverse: Bust left with 1936-2006 below, Reverse George and the Dragon UNC and lustrous, Medal Apollo 8 Journey Round The Moon 1968 39mm diameter in silver 0.8 Troy oz. Lustrous UNC boxed with certificate, Austria 1969 300th Anniversary of Innsbruck University 27.89 grammes of silver Lustrous Prooflike UNC with colourful choice tone, with certificate
Medals and Tokens (5) Allied medallion 1914 35mm diameter, Obverse: Seven Allied leaders, Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, President Poincaire of France, King Albert I of Belgium, King George V of Great Britain, King Victor Emanuel III of Italy, Peter I of Serbia and Emperor Taisho of Japan. Reverse: A female figure representing Justice, right arm resting on a sword, which is impaled onto an eagle PRO CAUSA JUSTITIAE Good Fine, Capture of Portobello 1739, 26mm diameter in bronze legend with 'Admiral Varnon', Eimer 552 Fine, Pub Token Half Way House undated J. Wrigley Fine with G S 2 countermark, USA Token Chester A. Arthur 21st President 1881-1885 25mm diameter in base metal GVF, and Halfpenny Token 19th Century London undated Robert Warren, St. Martin's Lane, Withers 837 Near Fine
Nelson and the Fourdroyant 1897 37mm diameter in copper, Obverse Bust facing uniformed three-quarters left. 'HORASTIO VISCOUNT NELSON.' Ex BORN 29th SEPTEMBER 1758. DIED 21ST OCTOBER 1805. Reverse Ship at anchor without rigging, 'FOURDROYANT'. LORD NELSON'S FLAGSHIP' Ex COMMENCED BUILDING 1789. LAUNCHED AT PLYMOUTH, APRIL, 1798. WRECKED AT BLACKPOOL JUNE 16TH 1897 MEDAL STRUCK FROM THE COPPER OF VESSEL AFTER BREAKING UP Eimer 1813, BHM 3613, UNC the obverse with full lustre, the reverse with around 40% lustre, boxed
Peace of Utrecht 1713 Eimer 460 35mm diameter in silver, by J. Croker, Obverse draped bust left, ANNA . D:G . MAG : BRI . FR : ET . HIB : REG . Reverse Britannia standing facing left, holding an olive branch, a spear and a shield, beyond, ships to left and a farming scene to right COMPOSITIS. VENERANTVR. ARMIS. Exergue MDCCXIII by J.Croker, 16.05 grammes, NEF/GVF
Prince George, Lord High Admiral 1702 42mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Obverse: Bust left draped, ANNA . D: G: MAG: BR: FRA: ET. HIB. REGINA Reverse: Bust left armoured and draped GEO: DAN: PR: M: ADM:ET. DVX. SVP: ANGLIAE, Eimer 392, 37.51 grammes, Near EF cleaned with some hairlines
Prize Medals in silver (2) France - Agricultural Society de L'Yonne, undated, by A.Bescher, 22.06 grammes toned UNC, in a round box of issue, Sweden - Oscar II , undated LEA AHLBORN portrait type, Best horse award 44mm diameter in silver toned, 38.50 grammes, EF boxed
Queen Anne's Bounty 1704 44mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 404, Obverse: Bust left, laureate and draped ANNA D:G: MAG: BRI: FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse Anne seated right, presents a charter to kneeling clergy. PIETAS. AVGUVSTAE. Exergue. PRIMITIIS. ET. DECIMIS. ECCLESIAE. CONCESSIS. MDCCIV. 36.48g, NEF with deeper hairlines in the obverse fields causing a depression in some areas. The medal commemorates the Act introduced by Queen Anne formalising the investment of monies received from the Church for the benefit of the poorer clergy
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 (3) each 56mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issues Eimer 1817, BHM 3502, (3) UNC, one with a small area of toning, in the red Royal Mint boxes of issue
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 25mm diameter in gold, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817b, BHM 3506 UNC or very near so with some very small tone spots, in the original red case of issue this in excellent condition
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 30mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Jubilee style bust of the Queen VICTORIA D:G: REGINA ET IMPERATRIX F.D. Reverse: IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 60TH TYEAR OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA 26 JUNE 1897 crowned within a wreath. awarded to Cpl. J.L.Clark T.L.H. EF with some weakness on the lower part of the reverse legend. Comes with suspension ring and ribbon in the original Wyon box. The medal was made by Wyon of Regent Street, London, the bronze medal was awarded to selected Officers and other ranks involved in parades and the review at Spithead in June 1897
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817, BHM 3502, 83.40 grammes, EF cleaned, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817, BHM 3502, 83.52 grammes, UNC with rainbow toning around the edges, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Sir Francis Chichester 1967 a 2-piece set in silver gilt 57mm diameter and 38mm diameter by P.Vincze, Obverse: Bust left wearing a cap, SIR FRANCIS CHICHESTER , Reverse: Neptune kneeling left, upon a globe, upon which are two boats GIPSY MOTH IV 1966-67 and GOLDEN HIND 1577-80. Weights 76.47 grammes and 28.03 grammes respectively, each lustrous UNC with some toning, in the Spink box of issue with certificate
Sir Isaac Newton - University of Glasgow c.1840, 51mm diameter in silver by W.Wyon Obverse: Bust right ISAACUS NEWTONUS, Reverse: A façade of Glasgow University, in Exergue: EX ACADEMIE GLASGUENSIS DECRETO, Eimer 1348, BHM 1471, 69.02 grammes, Good EF cased
Sir Isaac Pittman undated (1894) 42mm diameter in silver by A.Wyon, Obverse: Draped bust left, SIR ISAAC PITMAN, INVENTOR OF PHONOGRAPHY, Reverse?: PITMAN'S SCHOOLS with a wreath, with SECRETERIAL LAW PRACTICE 1914 and FREDERICK C. BEST engraved above and below, 36.37 grammes, BHM 3471var, UNC and attractively toned, boxed
South Africa - Sinking of the Birkenhead 1852 (1977) 38mm diameter, 39.87 grammes of 18 carat gold Obverse: A scene of the sinking as depicted by Charles Rixon, Reverse: Men standing on deck while women and children leave of lifeboats Numbered 1934 on edge, Prooflike UNC in the red South Africa Historical Mint box of issue
The Christening of Princess Charlotte of Cambridge 2015, Reverse: H.R.H. Princess Charlotte of Cambridge CHRISTENED 5TH JULY, 2015. 5oz. .925 Silver Proof, Gold Plated, FDC in the Jubilee Mint box of issue with their certificate stating a mintage of just 50 pieces
The Gillespie Memorial medal - The Galloway Cattle Society of GREAT BRITAIN and Ireland a large 76mm diameter Prize medal in silver, awarded at the Highland Agricultural Society Show , Glasgow 1934, won by Arthur B. Duncan, Gilchristland, Closeburn, with Ewanston fashion 31417, EF/NEF, 267.23 grammes, hallmarked, EF/NEF with a thin scratch on the reverse
The Mayflower and the Pilgrim Fathers 1620-1970 350th Anniversary a 2-Medal pair each 57mm diameter by P. Vincze, in silver and gilt silver, Obverse : A group of pilgrims on the shore surrounded by their baggage, in attitudes of prayer and thanksgiving, the sea and the 'Mayflower' with sails furled in the background. Reverse: A scroll supported left by a figure (America) and right by Britannia jointly holding a circular wreath above a plinth inscribed 'HAVING UNDERTAKEN FOR THE GLORY OF GOD AND THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH AND THE HONOUR OF OUR KING AND COUNTRY A VOYAGE TO PLANT THE FIRST COLONY IN THE NORTHERN PARTS OF VIRGINIA - MAYFLOWER COMPACT 1620'. 1620 1970, below, In exergue: MAYFLOWER. both UNC in the Spink box of issue
The Surrender of Pamplona 1813 41mm diameter in silver by N.G.A.Brenet and J.P.Droz, Obverse: Bust right ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: Personification of the town of Pamplona surrendering the keys of the town to a Roman soldier. ENGLAND PROTECTS THE TOWN OF POMPEI Exergue: CAPITULATION OF PAMPELUNE/OCTOBER THE 31/MDCCCXIII, BHM 765, 33.46 grammes, NVF with some old scratches, Victories in the Peninsular War 1812 36mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust left ARTHUR MARQUIS OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: THE LIBERATOR OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL within a wreath, BHM 741, 25.20 grammes, EF
The Thomason Medallic Bible a 60-piece medallic set by Franklin Mint each piece 44mm diameter in copper depicting biblical scenes and verses from the Bible, Lustrous UNC, a few with very light toning, in the album of issue
Thomason's Scientific and Philosophical Medals (c.1830) a 16-medal set by E.Thomason, each 73mm diameter in white metal, Eimer 1237, comprising Astronomy, Chemistry, Crystallography, Electricity, Geology, Hydraulics and Hydrostatics, Mechanics , Metallurgy, Mineralogy, Mountains, Perkin's Engine, Optics, Phrenology, Slavery and Worcester's Engine, Watt's Single Engine, and Watt's Double Engine VF to GEF in the case as issued the case in poor condition, with magnifying glass, Thomason's Scientific and Philosophical Medals a part set (11 of 16 pieces) each 73mm diameter in white metal, Eimer 1237 VF to EF in the case as issued, this in poor condition (no magnifying glass), Thomason's Medallic Illustrations of the Holy Scriptures VF to EF some with oxidation
Union of Ireland with Great Britain 1801, 38mm diameter in copper by J.G.Hancock and P. Kempson Obverse: A thistle, rose and shamrock sprouting from a single stem dividing a legend. MAY THIS / AND EVERY FUTURE / AGE / WITNESS / THE PROSPERITY / OF THE / UNITED KINGDOMS. in 6 lines, with JANUARY 1 1801 below, Reverse: A figure of Time having dropped one hourglass, receives another from a celestial hand, 27.95 grammes, BHM 526, EF
Whitworth Scholarship 1868 57mm diameter in bronze by A.Wyon, Obverse: Bust left draped SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH . BART :. FRS :. DCL :. LLD:. Bn DECr XXI MDCCCIII. Reverse: A precision machine tool. A DIFFERENCE OF A MILLIONTYH OF AN INCH IS MEASVRED BY VSING FOVR TRVE PLANES IN CONCERT, below: WHITWORTH SCHOLARSHIPS FOVNDED MDCCCLXVIII, edge: JOHN EUSTICE. 1887, 101.67 grammes, Toned UNC with reflective fields, in the Wyon box of issue
Albania Medals (19) includes Distinguished State and Community Serves awards (2), Labour and Border Guards, Bravery Award, and Meritous Service to the People, in mixed grades many in EF
LiverpoolShipwreck and Humane Society Medal Fire Medal in silver awarded to John Darlington, for Gallant Service 6/12/1927, for saving two children in a house fire at 7 Monk Street, Birkenhead. Reference: Liverpool Shipwreck and Humane Society Annual Report January 1928 (pages 41,42 and 43) Good Fine, with numerous edge knocks, comes with a handwritten account of the incident, also with a note stating that the medal was purchased from the family of John Darlington, whose children used the disc to play Hopscotch. The suspension survived and has been reunited with the medal with a repair to the clasp
Medals a small and varied group (6) AfricaService Medal, awarded to F.266888 P.E.Eaton, GVF, no ribbon, Special Constabulary Medal George V crowned bust type, awarded to Thomas R. Hope, NEF with some lustre, the obverse with some thin scratches, Voluntary Medical Service Medal, awarded to Harry James Newell, VF with some edge bruises, no ribbon, Belgium Trade Union Medal in bronze UNC, Belgium World War II Combatants Cross, in bronze, UNC, Hungary - Alliance of the Central Powers, Reverse: a field gun, in cast base metal, Fine and Pins (2) ELIZABETH II, one missing the fastening pin, otherwise Fine, along with World War II France and Germany clasp EF
Royal NavyLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, Elizabeth II issue, type C, coinage bust, awarded to M.942884 W,J, Rice O.E.A.T, H.M.S Bacchante, NEF cleaned with some hairlines and gentle edge bruises
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