GB and a few World medals a mixed group (114) base metal types 19th and 20th Century, a wide variety of subjects covered, many Coronation and Jubilee types, several are local issues, also includes Handel Centenary Festival 1859 51mm in bronze, The Building for the Great ExhibitionLondon 1851 74mm diameter in copper?, Prince Edward Recovery from Illness 1872 in White Metal, Naval and Military Exhibition 1901 in White Metal, Prince Albert England's Pride undated 27mm in White metal, also includes many Edward VIII types, along with Sentimental Token 1773 Queen Charlotte, a group of brass, bronze and White metal medalets and gaming counters, these include George IV and Victoria-related items, an interesting selection, in mixed grades many VF or better, some holed
Battle of the Nile 1798 38mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon Snr. Obverse: bust almost facing, uniformed, head three-quarters right, ADMIRAL LORD NELSON OF THE NILE BRITAINS GLORY AND DEFENCE, Reverse a naval engagement, ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED HIS MAJESTY'S ARMS Exergue FRENCH FLEET DEFEATED AUGUST 1.1798 Eimer 893, BHM 452, A/UNC with traces of lustre
Earl Spencer, First Lord of the Admiralty 1799, 38mm diameter in copper by T. Wyon Sr. Obverse: Bust of Earl Spencer left wearing naval uniform EARL SPENCER FRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY, Below : APPOINTED MAR 9. 1795, Reverse: Victory standing, blowing a trumpet, DECORI DECUS ADDIT AVITO. In Exergue: UNDER WISE COUNSELS / THE BRITISH NAVY / TRIUMPHS. / MDCCXCIX. in four lines, BHM 471, 26.04 grammes, About EF with a few small spots
Earl Spencer, First Lord of the Admiralty 1799, 38mm diameter in White Metal by T. Wyon Sr. Obverse: Bust of Earl Spencer left wearing naval uniform EARL SPENCER FRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY, Below : APPOINTED MAR 9. 1795, Reverse: Victory standing, blowing a trumpet, DECORI DECUS ADDIT AVITO. In Exergue: UNDER WISE COUNSELS / THE BRITISH NAVY / TRIUMPHS. / MDCCXCIX. in four lines, BHM 471, 23.68 grammes, Near EF with some contact marks and hairlines
USA Hard Times Token 1836 Obverse: a female figure seated left holding a wreath, surrounded by Spinning wheel, ship, shield, Liberty Cap on pole, medicine and wheat, AMERICAN INSTITUTE, in exergue NEW YORK /H, Reverse: Text in 9 lines, COPY OF GOLD MEDAL / AWARDED TO / R&W ROBINSON / FOR THE BEST / MILITARY, NAVAL / SPORTING / & PLAIN FLAT / BUTTONS / 1836, HT#155 VG/Near Fine, US Marine Hospital - Old Kentucky 38mm fob medal in silver plated bronze, Obverse: Man standing on right with horse SHE WAS BRED IN OLD KENTUCKY, Reverse: THE OFFICIAL WHISKEY OF THE US MARINE HOSPITAL SERVICE : HIGHEST AWARDS / PARIS 1900 / ST. LOUIS 1904 / LIEGE 1905 / PORTLAND 1905 Fine
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
GB and World Numismatic Covers (24) covering a variety of subjects including, The Royal Family, Queen Victoria, World War II, The Millennium, Flights of Genius, Royal Beasts, Henry VIII, A Celebration of Football, D-Day, VE-Day, and The Queen Mother, all on the Commemorative envelopes of issue with stamps, many with higher denomination coins, such as Five Pound Crowns or Two Pounds, UNC on the Commemorative envelopes of issue, Medallic Covers (14), the Medallic covers issued 2000-2001 with Replica medals, including Naval General Service medal- Trafalgar, Naval General Service Medal - Assye, South Africa Medal 1879 - Rorke's Drift, World War II - Italy Star, World War II - France and Germany Star, World War II - War Medal, World War II - Defence Medal, Battle of Britain - 1939-1945 Star, 1949 Yangtze, 1954 Africa General Service Medal - Kenya, 1956 General Service Medal - Near Esat, 1962-1966 General Service Medal - Borneo, 1982 South Atlantic medal - Falklands War, and Gulf War - Kuwait 1991, these UNC on the Commemorative envelope with the stamps
LiverpoolShipwreck group of 8 medals to Captain Robert Capper, comprising Liverpool Shipwreck and Humane Society medals (2) in silver and gold, Spanish Life Saving Medals (one gold), a Lloyd's Medal for Saving Life, a Distinguished Service Cross, George V type, in silver, hallmarked, a Mercantile Marine medal, in bronze, RoyalNaval Reserve Decoration in silver, hallmarked, World War I 1914-1918 Medal. EF to GEF three with boxes. 'The Balmes' a cargo steamer of 3794 tons left Havana on 5/11/1913 bound for Cadiz and Barcelona, she had 103 passengers and 55 crew on board with a cargo of cotton and rum. A fire was discovered on board and an SOS was answered by Captain Capper of the 'Pannonia' which was bound for New York, arriving on the scene on Thursday, the day after the fire was discovered. The passengers were evacuated successfully. The ship then escorted the burning ship to Bermuda before resuming her journey to New York. During World War I, Captain Capper had been in command of S.S. Ausonia and was torpedoed 600 miles from the nearest port. 7 boats were launched, 5 survived the hazardous journey back to Liverpool. The DSC was awarded on 7/8/1918. Sold with numerous documemtation, copies of reports of the incident, including copies of the London Gazette and supplement reporting the award of the DSC
Five Pound Crown 2021 HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - A Life Well Lived, GoldProofS.L92 FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate and booklet (this creased) detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and of course his 70-Year marriage to the Queen. A fitting tribute to this popular member of the Royal Family
Five Pound Crown 2021 HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - A Life Well Lived, GoldProofS.L92 the odd small flecks of tone, nFDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate number 409 and booklet detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, and of course his 70-year Marriage to Queen Elizabeth II
Transport, a group of three to J.C. Kerkham Transport Medal 1899-1902 with China 1900 clasp (to J.C. Kerkham), British War Medal (to Lt.Commr. J.C.Kerkham R.N.R.) and RoyalNaval Reserve Decoration George V, this with hallmarks for London, 1916, first two GVF cleaned, last about EF, on a mounting bar for wearing. The Transport medal was the last of the medals associated with the major conflicts of the 19th Century , and was awarded to officers of the merchant vessels used to carry troops and supplies to the wars in China and South Africa. The medal was discontinued on 4/8/2014 on the outbreak of World War I. Only 322 medals were awarded with the China clasp
Five Pound Crown 2021 HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - A Life Well Lived, GoldProofS.L92 FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate number 159 and booklet detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and of course his 70-Year marriage to the Queen. A fitting tribute to this popular member of the Royal Family
Naval Action off the Isle de Croix 1795, 49mm diameter in copper by J.G. Hancock, Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, A. A. HOOD LORD BRIDPORT ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE. Reverse: Victory standing facing, one foot on land, displays a naval crown and captured French standards. Beyond: a fleet at sea OFF PORT L'ORIENT & CLOSE TO THE FRENCH SHORE & BATTERIES WITH 22 SHIPS ATTACKED & DEFEATED THE FRENCH FLEET OF 32 SHIPS. 3 SHIPS & 228 GUNS TAKEN. In exergue: 23d. JUNE 1795. BHM 406, Eimer 867, 62.72 grammes, NEF with some contact marks and rim nicks
Spanish Fleet Destroyed off Cape Passaro 1718 45mm diameter in bronze, by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust right, armoured, draped and laureate, GEORGIVS. D:G: MAG: BR: FR: ET. HIB: REX: F:D., Reverse: statue of the King, as Neptune, upon a rostral column amidst capture naval trophies, SOCIORVM PROTECTOR, Exergue: CLASSE ,. HISP. DELETA. AD . ORAS . SICILIAE . 1718. MI ii 439/42, Eimer 481, 35.08 grammes, NEF
Admiral Earl Howe NavalVictory of the First of June 1794 41mm diameter in copper by W.Wyon, Obverse: Bust right uniformed, EARL HOWE ADML OF THE WHITE K:G:, Reverse: Neptune advancing right in a marine car FRENCH FLEET DEFEATED OFF USHANT. In Exergue: VII SAIL OF THE LINE CAPTURED I . JUNE MDCCXCIV in 3 lines, BHM 387, Eimer 856, 39.47 grammes, UNC or near so, a most attractive example
Admiral Earl Howe NavalVictory of the First of June 1794 41mm diameter in copper, by C.H. Kuchler, Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, RIC . COMES . HOWE . THALASSIARCHA BRITAN . PATRIAE DECUS ET TUTAMEN, Reverse: A Naval engagement, NON SORTE SED VIRTUTE. In Exergue: GALLOR . CLASSIS PROFLIG . DIE i JUNII MDCCXCIV in 3 lines, BHM 383, Eimer 855, 53.68 grammes, EF with some contact marks
Naval Action off Tory Island 1798 38mm diameter in bronze, by T.Wyon Snr. Obverse: Bust three-quarters facing, uniformed, SR. J.R. WARREN BARONET . K.B. THE LORD OF HOSTS IS WITH US, Reverse: A Naval engagement, THE SISTER COUNTRY AGAOIN RESCUED FROM INVASION. In Exergue: BREST SQADRON DEFEAT'D OFF TORY ISLAND OCTOBER. 12 .1798, in 3 lines, BHM 456, Eimer 896, 30.87 grammes, EF with traces of lustre and a small indentation in the reverse field
Siege of Acre 1799 49mm diameter in White metal, by J.G. Hancock, Obverse: Bust left, uniformed, SIR WILLIAM SIDNEY SMITH K.S. OF SWEDEN Reverse: A youth standing on a sea-shore, displays a naval shield. Beyond, a palm and a distant view of Acre, In Exergue: BONAPARTE REPULSED AND SIEGE OF ACRE RAISED 20 MAY 1799, BHM 473, Eimer 905, 45.07 grammes, NEF
Battle of Cape St. Vincent 1797 49mm diameter in bronze by J.G. Hancock, Obverse: Bust left, uniformed, JOHN JERVIS, EARL OF St. VINCENT ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE, BORN JANUARY 26 1735, Reverse: haispanis, reclining on the sea-shore, leans against a shield inscribed PLUS ULTRA, a naval engagement to the right WITH 22 SHIPS AND 1428 GUNS PERSUED AND DEFEATED THE SPANISH FLEET OF 37 SHIPS AND "2600^)) GUNS FOUR SHIPS AND 382 GUNS TAKEN I n Exergue : FEBRURY 14 1797. BHM 435, Eimer 881, 66.25 grammes, GVF with some contact marks
NavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, George VI Coinage head, with IND: IMP legend, awarded to Christopher Croft, K.62660 C. Croft CH. STO. H.M.S. COURAGEOUS, NEF and World War II group of Five, comprising War Medal 1939-1945, 1939-1945 Star, Burma Star with Pacific Bar, Africa Star, Atlantic Star NEF to GEF all with ribbons, all contained in a folder with photographs, details and pictures of his family, Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate, Death Certificate, Certificates of Service to the Royal Navy, History sheet for Stoker ratings, Card for Good Service dated 1st November 1945, order of Release from Naval Service, War Gratuity & Post War Credit of Wages sheet, with Christmas card and Birthday card to his wife
Medals of a Naval theme (3) Engraved - Medal 1854 Obverse: Crowned Head of Victoria left VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: An engraving of a ship : PRESENTED BY Mr. EDGAR VINCENT TO JOHN ANGIER, MATE OF THE ULERIN on 12th JUNE 1885 VF and with mount at top, an unusual piece. The Ulerin illustrated in 'Famous Clyde Yachts' by Henry Shields, Lusitania Medal 1915 55mm diameter in Iron, Eimer 1941A, EF, and a Clyde Navigation Ferries Halfpenny Ticket, undated 26mm in brass Fine
Iron Cross 1939, First Class, straight top to 3, inscribed U-76 F. Hippel on the reverse, No. 60 stamped on rear at base, with pin mount on reverse, awarded to Friedrich von Hippel, Captain of U-boat U-76, and details of his progression through the Naval ranks, U-Boat commands patrols and ships hit
Five Pound Crown 2021 HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - A Life Well Lived, GoldProofS.L92 FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate number 449 and booklet detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and of course his 70-Year marriage to the Queen. A fitting tribute to this popular member of the Royal Family
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
Two Hundred Pounds 2021 HRH Prince Philip The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021 - A Life Well Lived 2oz. GoldProofS.OC3 FDC in the impressive Royal Mint box of issue with certificate number 228 of only 306 minted, with just 300 in this presentation format. Comes with booklet detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and of course his 70-Year marriage to the Queen. A fitting tribute to this popular member of the Royal Family
World SilverProofs all Aviation-related (19) comprising GuernseyFive Pounds (13) 2008 History of the Royal Air Force - Dam Busters (9), 2008 History of the Royal Air Force - Battle of Britain, 2008 Formation of the RAF 1918, 2009 100 Years of Naval Aviation, 2009 Battle of Taranto, Jersey Five Pounds (3) 2008 History of the Royal Air Force - Battle of Britain, 2008 Formation of the RAF 1918, 2009 The FalklandsWar, Gibraltar Five Pounds (2) 2007 History of the RAF - Spitfire, 2008 Lest We Forget, Nauru Five Dollars 2008 History of the RAF Sopwith Camel/Supermarine Spitfire nFDC to FDC in a Westminster box, no certificates
Proof Set 1970 FDC in the case of issue, Royal Mint Year Set 1984 UNC in the Royal Mint wallet of issue, Australia Five Dollars 1990 Anzac 75th Anniversary UNC on the Royal Australian Mint card of issue, Historic Campaign Medals 1793-1945 a set of 16 miniature replicas ranging from NavalGeneral Service Medal 1793-1840 to War Medal 1939-45, in the card folder as issued, Change Checker album containing Decimal Two Pounds (26), One Pound (7) and Fifty Pence (49) and Isle of Man Fifty Pence 1997 TT Races, Guernsey Fifty Pence 2008 in mixed grades, Banknote - One Pound Fforde B305, S77B 016494 GVF, Numismatic Covers (2) GB D-Day Landings 75th Anniversary comprising Two Pounds 2019 UNC and set of five Commemorative First Class stamps, on the commemorative envelope, in the folder of issue, Guernsey 50th Anniversary of the First Flight of Concorde 2019 comprising Fifty pence (3) each with a different reverse depicting the iconic aircraft, and set of four stamps, 4d, 9d, and 1/6 and a First Class stamp, on the commemorative envelope as issued, in the folder of issue
GB and World an accumulation of sets and part sets World Sets includes many promoter's issues with many medallic issues, some 50mm and 70mm diameter, including subjects such as: The House of Tudor, Kings and Queen's of Britain, Naval Officers and Ships, European Currencies, Great Coin Replicas., The RAF, Concorde, Great Britons, British Banknotes, Jubilee Celebrations, also USA Dollars 21st Century issues (26), a Euro Fantasy set album with issues from Malta, Hungary, GB (3), Sweden, Czech Republic and Denmark, most in UNC and lustrous, GB includes Proof Set 1970, Five Pound Crown 2008 Prince Charles 60th Birthday UNC in the Royal Mint wallet, an 8-coin Crown set 1951-1981 UNC, a Waterloo Medal 2015 by the Royal Mint in Zinc Alloy UNC boxed, Farewell to the £sd system (3 sets) Crown to Farthing, mixed dates UNC, and coloured Decimal and Pre-Decimal sets and part sets, in mixed grades (lot over 28 Kilos)
Proof and Mint Sets (10) comprising Proof Sets (5) Blue Sets (3) 1984, 1985, 1987, Red Leather Deluxe Sets (2) 1986, 1994 nFDC to FDC a few coins with toning, in the cases of issue, and Royal Mint Year Sets (5) 1983 (3), 1984, 1985, Lustrous UNC in the Royal Mint wallets of issue, Mint Sets 1953 (10 coins) Crown to Farthing Lustrous UNC in a slide case, Currency Set 1963 (7 coins, Halfcrown to Halfpenny, no English Shilling) the Florin Fine, others in Lustrous UNC in a slide case, Plastic Set 1953 (9 coins) UNC, Crowns (5) 1951 UNC boxed, 1953 UNC in a slide case, 1965 UNC (3), GB and a few World 20th Century issues (26) in mixed grades, Medal 1987 World Athletics Championships - Rome Silver Proof FDC boxed with certificate, Britain's First Decimal Coins 1968/71 UNC toned in the blue wallet of issue, Banknotes - Ten Shillings Fforde (2) consecutive numbers D29N 615938 and D29N 615939 UNC, along with Stamps in two albums many countries represented from Abyssinia to Uruguay includes well over 1000 stamps), in mixed condition, Cigarette Cards in a Will's album containing Leaders of Men, Flower Cultures, Whaling, Steeplechase Trainers, and Owners' Colours, along with further sets and part sets on a wide variety of subjects including Builders of Empire, Garden Hints, Household Hints, Modern Naval Craft, Military Uniforms and more, in mixed condition, a small model Concorde
Halfpennies18th Century (3) Oxfordshire - Banbury Obverse: Bust three-quarter facing WM. RUSHER HATTER BOOKSELR. STATIONER . BANBURY. Reverse: The Sun DEUS . EST . NOBIS . SOL . ET . SCUTUM . , Edge: PAYABLE AT BANBURY OXFORD OR READING, DH1 NEF, Norfolk - Norwichundated Obverse: A figure of Hope standing, PROSPERITY TO OLD ENGLAND Reverse: A bottle, MORE TRADE AND FEWER TAXES, Plain edge, DH23b, VF, Middlesex - Foundling Fields 1795 Obverse: A lamb within a circle FOUNDLING FIELDS 1795, Reverse: Cypher IB within a circle, PAYABLE ON DEMAND, stop after DEMAND obscured by die flaw, as normal with this issue, milled edge, DH305 EF, Halfpenny19th Century Non-Local British Naval Halfpenny 1812 Withers 1590, VF with pitted surfaces, Shilling 19th Century Somerset - Bath 1812 Margaret's Buildings, no periods after C, I and J on the reverse Davis 17, Fine, listed as Very Rare by Davis
Jersey/Guernsey/AlderneyFive Pounds 2003-2005 an 18-coin set History of the Royal Navy all struck in silver, the reverses depicting famous naval figures and vessels, all reverses with coloured flags nFDC to FDC in the box of issue with book containing all certificates
Medals (7) many with a naval theme, comprising Battle of Trafalgar - Nelson Memorial 1805 53mm diameter in bronze by T.Webb (Reverse after J.Flaxman) Obverse; Bust left, HOR. VICECOM. NELSON. OB PATRIAM PVGNANDO MORT. OCT XXI. MDCCCV, Reverse: Bellona advancing right, across the sea towards galleys, IPSE. BELLE. FVLMEM, Eimer 957, BHM 577, EF with some small tone spots, Lord Nelson's Flagship 'Foudroyant' 38mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust facing, uniformed, head three-quarters left, HORATIO VISCOUNT NELSON, Exergue: BORN 29th SEPTEMBER 1758. DIED 21st OCTOBER 1805. Reverse: Ship at anchor without rigging, "FOUDROYANT" . LORD NELSON'S FLAGSHIP, Exergue: COMMENCED BUILDING 1789, LAUNCHED PLYMOUTH APRIL 1798. WRECKED AT BLACKPOOL JUNE 16th 1897. Eimer 1813, BHM 3613 VF, Liverpool Seamen's Friend Society undated 38mm diameter in bronze by Vaughton, Birmingham, Obverse: Bust of Nelson left, uniformed, LIVERPOOL SEAMEN'S FRIEND SOCIETY, Reverse: HMS Victory to the left FOR . THOSE . IN . PERIL ON . THE . SEA . Exergue FOUNDED 1820 UNC, nicely toned, Admiral Vernon 1739 (2) different types, the first in copper, Obverse: Full length figure of Vernon, holding baton and sword, ship and cannon behind, THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV'D BY ADMIRAL VERNON, Reverse: Six ships in Portobello harbour, HE . TOOK . PORTOBELLO . WITH . SIX . SHIPS . ONLY . Exergue NOV 22 1739, MI 538/19, unlisted by Eimer Fine, the second in bell metal, Obverse: Full; length figure of Vernon left anchor and cannon behind THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV'D BY ADMIRAL VERNON (reversed N's in legend) Reverse: Six ships in Portobello harbour, HE TOOK PORTOBELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY, Exergue: NOV 22 1739 (reversed N) Good Fine or better, France (2) Surrender of Napoleon 1815 41mm diameter in bronze, by Brenet. Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, NAPOLEON EMP. ET ROI. Reverse: Napoleon seated to right, writing and facing a draped angel. In Exergue: XVIII. OCTOBRE MDCCCXV JUSQU'A SA MORT, VF, Burial of Charles Ferdinand, Duke of Berry at St. Denis, by Caqué, Dieudonné and de Puymaurin Obverse: Bust left CAROLVS · FERDINANDVS · DVX · BITVRIGVM · INFANDO · SCELERE · SVBLATVS · XIII · FEBR · MDCCCXX, , Reverse: Religion, holding cross, and France, holding shield, standing grieving over a crowned casket set on leonine supporters and surrounded with arms; Religion in process of placing laurel branch on casket; SACRA · IN · FVNERE · DVCIS · BITVRIGVM · PERACTA Exergue: IN ·S ·DYONISII ·BASILICA/XIV · MART · MDCCCXX in two lines, DIEUDONNÉ F. below.63.82 grammes, EF
Death of Daniel Solander, Swedish botanist undated (1782) 37mm diameter in silver by G.Ljungberger, Obverse: bust right DANIEL SOLANDER with a flowering solandra with it's stem cut. Reverse: text in 6 lines IOSEPHO BANKS EFFIGIEM AMICI MERITO D.D.D. CL. ET. IOH. ALSTROEMER, Eimer 798, BHM 252, 21.55 grammes, NVF/VF. Listed as RRR by BHM. Solander first accompanied Joseph Banks on James Cook's voyage around the world. He also went with Banks to Iceland in 1772. In 1773 he became keeper of the Natural History department in the British Museum. The medal was struck at the Swedish Royal Mint in 1783 and dedicated to Joseph Banks by Klas and Johann Alstrӧmer. Banks's grandfather Jacob Bancks was Swedish and became a naturalised Englishman serving as a naval officer and as an M.P. for Minehead
Yugoslavia, Albania, Poland and Peru (26) comprising Yugoslavia (5) Order of Labour with silver wreath (3), Second Class with ribbon bar, the reverse with vertical pin for wear marked ZNB - KOVNICA (Belgrade Mint) inscribes II on the reverse, comes in the grey box, Third Class, the reverse with vertical pin for wear, marked ZNB - KOVNICA (Belgrade Mint), inscribes III on the reverse, Third Class, the reverse with vertical pin for wear marked ZNB - KOVNICA (Belgrade Mint) uninscribed on the reverse, comes in the grey box. The medals were awarded for outstanding contributions to the economy, production and building communism, Order of the People's Army with Silver Star (Third Class) (2) both GVF with good enamel, comes with ribbon. Awarded for services to the Armed Forces, and for successful peacetime command. one with some toning, the other boxed, Poland - Third Polish Republic Knight's Cross Fifth Class 1944, awarded for outstanding achievements in education, sports, culture and furthering good relations between countries, EF boxed with accompanying miniature, Czechoslovakia War Cross World War II EF with ribbon, Yugoslavia (3) Medal for the Twentieth Anniversary of the Yugoslav People's Army 1941-1961 NEF with ribbon, Medal for the 10th Anniversary of the People's Army VF, President Tito Medal Red Star with ZNB below (Belgrade) VF, and Yugoslavia Cap badges (2) VF to EF, Albania (15) includes Order of the Red Star, 4th Class Medal, Civil Bravery Medal, MilitaryService Medal 4th Class (2), Distinguished Master in Profession Medal (1965), Order of Labour - First Class by PraWeMa, with screw back (scarce), Order of Labour badge - 3rd Class, with screw back, Maintenance of Public Security Medal, Distinguished State and Community Service Medal, Order of the Red Star 3rd Class, Order of Naim Frasheri First Class, and more, VF to UNC, Peru Naval Order of Merit boxed with ribbon, instituted in 1946 to reward Peruvian Military personnel who have displayed extraordinary naval merit in the performance of their duties. EF in the blue box of issue
Five Hundred Pounds 2021 HRH Prince Philip The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021 - A Life Well Lived 5oz. GoldProof FDC in the impressive Royal Mint box of issue with certificate number 99 of just 156 minted with only 150 in this presentation format. Comes with booklet detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and of course his 70-Year marriage to the Queen. A fitting tribute to this popular member of the Royal Family.
NavalGeneral Service Medal 1848 with Syria clasp, awarded to John H. Stuart, Able Seaman, H.M.S. Bellerophon. (Napoleon to St. Helena) NEF with some light contact marks and hairlines, John H. Stuart is a unique name on the Naval General Service Roll
Baltic Medal 1854-1855 privately named, awarded to Cpl. H. Kilby 25 Co. RM. H.M.S. Gladiator. NEF with some light rub to the portrait and some deeper hairlines on the reverse causing a shallow depression in the field. Henry Kilby served in the Crimea with ships company drawn from the H.M.S. Gladiator with whom he had served in the Baltic Sea. He was also awarded the Crimea Medal as a Sergeant with bar Sebastopol. He was later awarded the Turkish Crimea medal (as Corporal)and the NavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal having completed 21 Years Good Service
KingGeorge IV Visit to Southampton 1823 53mm diameter in bronze, by William WyonEimer 1169, BHM 1205, Obverse: Bust of the King, laureate GEORGIUS IV D:G: BRITANNIARUM REX, Reverse: A Naval Crown within a wreath, FORTUM SUTHAMPTONIAE INTRAVIT, In exergue: VOTIS COMMUNITATIS 1823. 66.56 grammes, UNC and attractively toned, the fields prooflike, with some tiny rim nicks, in the original round red case of issue, Note: Although scheduled, the visit did not actually take place due to a combination of the King's poor health and inclement weather.
NavalGeneral Service Medal with Persian Gulf 1909-1914 clasp, awarded to 222360 C. Broomfield Sig. H.M.S. Fox, Near EF. These medals were awarded for service in minor operations for which no other medal might be issued.
Queen's South Africa Medal, 3rd type reverse, no clasp, in silver, a Naval award to J.J.Marshall, Sto. H.M.S. Doris, GVF. J.J. Marshall is listed on the QSA medal rolls for HMS Doris
NavalGeneral Service Medal with Palestine 1936-1939 clasp, awarded to K.59857 F.D.Jaques S.P.O. R.N. EF with some hairline scratches on the obverse. These medals were awarded for service in minor operations for which no other medal might be issued.
NavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, George V, type B with non-swivelling bar, awarded to M,13536 H.R.B. Hooper E.R.A 1, H.M.S. Malaya GVF with some scratches and hairlines, comes with copy of service record showing all the ships on which he served from May 1915 to December 1928. HMS Malaya served in Rear-Admiral Hugh Evan-Thomas's 5th Battle Squadron of the Grand Fleet, and took part in the Battle of Jutland on 31 May 1916.
RoyalNavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, George V (type E) coinage head, non-swivelling bar, awarded to L.12493 R. Carnell L.Std. H.M.S. Dolphin, NEF with some contact marks and hairlines
RoyalNavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, Edward VII (type B) bare headed bust in Admiral's uniform, awarded to 161932 Fredk. Burnard P.O. 1Cl. H.M.S. Orion II., EF with some contact marks and hairlines
RoyalNavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, George V (type B) bare headed bust in Admiral's uniform, awarded to 174522 R.T. Milne C.P.O. H.M.S. Clematis, GVF cleaned with some hairlines
Royal Fleet ReserveLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, George V (type E) Coinage head, awarded to J.91784(PO.B.18036) D.R. Pentecost. L.S. R.F.R., EF with some hairlines and contact marks, and Royal Naval Reserve Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, Edward VII type, awarded to E.1261 C.Moulden , Sean.1Cl.R.N.R., VF/GVF with green ribbon
Medals and badges an eclectic mix, National War Savings Committee badge with swastika, red and black enamel, VF, with letter from the Imperial War Museum, 14th September 2004, SAS pin badge with dark and light blue enamel EF boxed, Orders and Medals Research Society pin badge GVF, 'Defence Begins At Home' pin badge, VF, National Small-Bore Rifle Association (2) the first in bronze named 'News of the World A.C.F. 1969-70' EF boxed, the second shield-shaped with light and dark blue enamel GV F, A.S.L.E. & F. 30 Years lapel badge VF, Institute of Civil Defence Founded 1938 50mm diameter in bronze with blue enamel, 'awarded for services rendered' by Kenworthy's Ltd. NEF boxed, Germany - Membership badge for the Association of German culture abroad 70mm diameter in bronze EF boxed, Submarine Holland I medal in lead, 'To Commemorate John Philip Holland' UNC in a slide case, Cap BadgeCanada Corps, Canadian General List, GVF, Miniature lapel badges (4) Navy League Sea Cadet Corps, Royal Air Force, Auxiliary Territorial Service, Royal Naval Association these VF to NEF, Prize Medal ' South West District 1983 Section Competition Winners EF, Attendance Star Dorset County Council Education Committee, with 'Perfect Attendance 1914-15 clasp EF, Bronze Medal uniface 45mm diameter with R.W.A and dragon rampant, matt finish, EF boxed, Spoons (2) the first in silver Army Cadet Force hallmarked and boxed, the second not hallmarked, inscribed 'Junior Inter Service XL Match 1969' boxed
Five Hundred Pounds 2021 HRH Prince Philip The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021 - A Life Well Lived 10oz. GoldProof FDC in the impressive Royal Mint box of issue with certificate number 107 of just 156 minted with only 150 in this presentation format. Comes with booklet detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and of course his 70-Year marriage to the Queen. A fitting tribute to this popular member of the Royal Family. We note the 10 Ounce Gold coin is no longer listed on the Royal Mint website. In addition to this, low certificate numbers are now becoming increasingly sought after
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy 2003-2005 an 18 coin collectionCrown sized in silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses nFDC to FDC in the box of issue with all certificates
Medals (3) Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze, by G.W.de Saulles, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1871, BHM 3737EF cleaned, in the Royal Mint box of issue. South London Working Classes Industrial Exhibition 1865 Medal of Merit 51mm diameter in bronze by R.W Martin and J.Moore Reverse MEDAL OF MERIT surrounded by names of artists, scientists inventors and other prominent people NEF boxed, the lid detached. 1901 Naval and Military Exhibition Eimer 1858, BHM 3734 38mm diameter in White Metal Obverse: Vignette containing the busts of Edward VII and Alexandra NAVAL & MILITARY EXHIBITION, Exergue: CRYSTAL PALACE 1901, Reverse: Vignette containing busts of Queen Victoria and Albert , below - a view of the Great Exhibition building JUBILEE OF THE GREAT EXHIBITION HYDE PARK SYDENHAM 1851 1901 NEF and lustrous
Two Hundred Pounds 2021 HRH Prince Philip The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021 - A Life Well Lived 2oz. GoldProofS.OC3 FDC in the impressive Royal Mint box of issue with certificate number 229 of only 306 minted, with just 300 in this presentation format. Comes with booklet detailing his life from childhood, through his Naval years, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and of course his 70-Year marriage to the Queen. A fitting tribute to this popular member of the Royal Family.
GB and World Proof Sets (3) and Singles (7) as follows:- Alderney 2018 a 3-coin set 'The Dam Busters 75th Anniversary' comprising Five Pounds, Two Pounds and One Pound Silver Proofs FDC in the box of issue with certificate, Jersey Numismatic Cover comprising Two Pounds 2010 70th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain Silver Proof nFDC and First Class Stamp UNC on the envelope of issue, boxed with certificate, GB/Guernsey a 7-coin mixed set comprising GB Five Pound Crowns (4) A Celebration of Britain 2010 ChurchillCupro-Nickel Proof, 2010 To Strive, To Seek Silver Proof, 2010 Giant's Causeway Silver Proof, 2010 All You Need Is Love Silver Proof, FDC three with certificates, and Guernsey Five Pounds 2009 (3) Centenary of Naval Aviation Victoria Cross Winners Silver Proof, Centenary of Naval Aviation Cupro-Nickel Proof and First Flight From a British Ship Silver Proof FDC with certificates, in a Westminster box, GB Medallic Issue 2015 Birth of Princess Charlotte 2/5/2015 5oz. Silver Proof FDC boxed with certificate, Tristan da Cunha (6) Five Pounds 2008 George and the Dragon Gold-plated Silver Proof with rubies set into the reverse, Crown 2010 Queen Elizabeth II 84th Birthday Silver Proof, Five Pounds 2015 Queen Elizabeth II Gold plated Silver Proof, Five Pounds 2015 Queen Elizabeth II The Longest Reigning Monarch Gold plated Silver Proof, Five Pounds 2016 Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip 90th and 95th Birthdays Silver Proof, Five Pounds 2018 Centenary of the End of World War I Silver Proof FDC in the boxes of issue with certificates
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
Proof Sets (5) Blue Sets (3) 1984, 1985, 1987, Red Leather Deluxe Sets (2) 1986, 1994 nFDC to FDC a few coins with toning, in the cases of issue, Royal Mint Year Sets (5) 1983 (3), 1984, 1985, Lustrous UNC in the Royal Mint wallets of issue, Mint Sets 1953 (10 coins) Crown to Farthing Lustrous UNC in a slide case, Currency Set 1963 (7 coins, Halfcrown to Halfpenny, no English Shilling) the Florin Fine, others in Lustrous UNC in a slide case, Plastic Set 1953 (9 coins) UNC, Crowns (5) 1951 UNC boxed, 1953 UNC in a slide case, 1965 UNC (3), GB and a few World 20th Century issues (26) in mixed grades, Medal 1987 World Athletics Championships - Rome Silver Proof FDC boxed with certificate, Britain's First Decimal Coins 1968/71 UNC toned in the blue wallet of issue, Banknotes - Ten Shillings Fforde (2) consecutive numbers D29N 615938 and D29N 615939 UNC, along with Stamps in two albums many countries represented from Abyssinia to Uruguay includes well over 1000 stamps), in mixed condition, Cigarette Cards in a Will's album containing Leaders of Men, Flower Cultures, Whaling, Steeplechase Trainers, and Owners' Colours, along with further sets and part sets on a wide variety of subjects including Builders of Empire, Garden Hints, Household Hints, Modern Naval Craft, Military Uniforms and more, in mixed condition, a small model Concorde and a small decorative jar
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
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
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
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
Halfpennies18th Century (26) North Wales 1793 Edge: PAYABLE AT LONDON OR ANGLESEY DH6a, Good Fine/Near Fine, scarce, Anglesey 1788 25 Acorns Good Fine, Warwickshire (4) Coventry 1793 Godiva/Elephant and Castle DH244 Fine, Coventry Godiva/Ancient Cross date worn. otherwise Fine, Wilkinson 1793 DH397 Edge: PAYABLE BY THOMAS BALL SLEAFORD Fine, 1791 Wilkinson Near Fine, the reverse worn in places, so exact attribution not possible, Cheshire - Macclesfield (5) 1789 Obverse: Beehive and cypher DH10 Fine, 1789 Obverse : Beehive and cypher DH12 Good Fine, 1790 DH22 Fine/Good Fine, 1791 DH30 Fine, 1791 DH41 About Fine, Lancashire (5) Lancaster 1792 DH21 Near Fine, 1794 DH41 Fine, Rochdale DH144 Fine, Liverpool (2) 1791 DH66, Good Fine, some corrosion, 1791 DH71 Near Fine, SomersetBathundated REMEMBER THE DEBTORS IN ILCHESTER GOAL (GOAL a mis-spelling of GAOL) DH35 Good Fine, Middlesex (2) George Prince of Wales, Edge: BRIGHTON CAMP HALFPENNY MDCCXCIV DH952 Good Fine, Lackington's 1795 Edge: PAYABLE AT THE TEMPLE OF THE MUSES DH357 NVF, Hampshire (2) Gosport 1794 DH41 VG, Emsworth 1794 Earl Howe/Britannia DH13 Fine, SussexChichester John Howard 1794 Fair, LothianEdinburgh 1790 DH24 Fine with poor surfaces, Ireland - Wicklow Cronebane Fair, Pennies 19th Century (3) Birmingham and Neath - CrownCopper Co. 1811 Fine, Canada Lower Canada Penny 1837 Fine, the third very worn, Halfpenny 1812 British Naval Halfpenny Nelson/Ship, Fine, Farthing 18th Century North Wales 1793 DH18 Fine, Unofficial Farthing Token Isaac Earlysman - J.Sparrow, Ironmongers London, undated issue (1825) About Fine, Francois de Salignac de la Mothe-Fenelon Death medal 1715 28mm diameter in copper EF, Spain 8 Maravedis 1848 Fine, and Byzantine bronze 29mm diameter with worn design, Fair, all housed in a Lindner Tray
Numismatic First Day Covers (17) Gibraltar 2007 Battle of Britain Memorial Flight comprising Gibraltar Crown 2007 SilverProof FDC and First Class stamp, on the commemorative envelope as issued, Alderney 2008 Prince William 1000th Knight of the Garter comprising Alderney Five Pounds 2003 Silver Proof nFDC lightly toned and 2x stamps 27p and First Class, on the commemorative envelope as issued (2 sets), GB 2008 Prince Charles 60th Birthday comprising Five Pound Crown 2008 Silver Proof FDC and set of 2x stamps, 27p and First Class, on the commemorative envelope as issued, Jersey Five Pounds 2008 'Lest We Forget' comprising Five Pounds 2008 Poppy-shaped Silver Proof FDC with Poppy themed First Class stamp, on the commemorative envelope as issued, Guernsey 90th Anniversary of the Air Force 2008 comprising Five Pounds - History of the Royal Air Force - Battle of Britain 1940 Silver Proof FDC on the commemorative envelope as issued, GB Keep Calm and Carry On 2010 Great Britain At War comprising a 5-coin set of Wartime coins - Halfcrown 1945, Florin 1945, Shilling 1942E, Sixpence 1945 and Silver Threepence 1941 About Fine to Fine with silver and gold plating, with set of 8x stamps 2x First Class, 2x 60p, 2x 67p, and 2x 97p on the commemorative envelope as issued, GB 2010 2-Year Countdown to the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games comprising Five Pound Crown 2010 2-Year Countdown Silver Proof with blue Olympic logo FDC with set 10x First Class stamp each depicting a different Olympic Sport, on the commemorative envelope as issued, Guernsey 2011 350th Anniversary of the Crown Jewels comprising Crown 2011 Silver Proof with gold highlighted Crown on the reverse FDC with set of 8x stamps.2x First Class, 2x 68p stamps, 2x 76p stamps, and 2x £1.10 stamps, on the commemorative envelope as issued, GB Olympic Games 2012 comprising Five Pound Crown 2012 Silver Proof FDC and set of 4x First Class stamps, large format on the commemorative envelope as issued, GB/USA Neil Armstrong Memorial comprising USA One Dollar 1971S A/UNC and set of 6x GB stamps 2x First Class, 2x 77p stamps, and 2x £1.28 stamps on the commemorative envelope as issued, Jersey British Legion 2012 comprising Five Pounds Poppy-shaped Silver Proof with coloured reverse FDC, and set of 3x First Class stamps all Poppy-themed on the commemorative envelope as issued, British Virgin Islands/British Indian Ocean Territory and Nauru The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge First Anniversary a double cover comprising British Virgin Islands Ten Dollars 2012 Duke of Cambridge and Ten Dollars 2012 Duchess of Cambridge Silver Proofs FDC and British Ocean Territory £3 stamps, and Nauru $5 stamp on the commemorative envelope as issued, Jersey 2012 The Duke of Cambridge 30th Birthday Silver Proof FDC with set of 4x stamps, 45p, 68p, 70p and 88p on the commemorative envelope as issued, British Antarctic Territory 2013 The Naming of Queen Elizabeth Land comprising Two Pounds 2013 Silver Proof FDC and £3 stamp with map of the region, on the commemorative envelope as issued, Guernsey 2013 70th Anniversary of the Dam Buster Raid comprising Five Pounds 2013 Silver Proof with gold lettering on the reverse FDC, along with large format Isle of Man £2 stamp, on the commemorative envelope as issued, GB 150th Anniversary of the London Underground 2013 comprising Two Pounds 2013 London Underground Train Silver Proof FDC with set of 6x Stamps 2x Second Class, 2x First Class and 2x £1.28 stamps, on the commemorative envelope as issued, all in the wallets as issued all but the double set with certificates. Jersey (4) Five Pounds 2009 Great Battle - Normandy Landings 1944 Silver Proof FDC boxed with certificate, Five Pounds 2011 British Legion Poppy Shaped Silver Proof with gold plated 90 in the centre of the reverse .999 Silver Proof FDC boxed with certificate, Two Pounds 2012 Battle of Britain 70th Anniversary Silver Proofs (2) each reverse with a coloured Spitfire FDC in soft cases with certificates, Guernsey (2) Five Pounds 2009 100 Years of Naval Aviation Silver Proof FDC in soft case with certificate, Five Pounds 2012 Neil Armstrong Memorial Silver Proof, Reverse: Moonscape with coloured Earth in the sky, FDC boxed with certificate, Cook Islands Five Dollars 2013 Pope Francis I Silver Proof FDC boxed with certificate, Gibraltar Five Pounds 2007 Queen Elizabeth II and Prince PhilipDiamond Wedding (3) Silver Proofs, Canada20 Dollars 2012 Specimen Mat
GuernseyTen Pounds (3) 2009 40th Anniversary of the First Supersonic Flight 5oz. SilverProof with coloured image of Concorde on the Reverse, FDC, 2009 40th Anniversary of the First Moon Landing 5oz. Silver Proof with coloured image of the Earth on the reverse, FDC, 2009 The Centenary of Naval Aviation 5oz. Silver Proof with coloured aircraft and Naval Flag forming part of the reverse design FDC/nFDC with a hint of toning, each in a Westminster box with certificate, along with Britannia Medal 2009 65th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings 65mm diameter in .999 silver, Proof FDC in a Westminster box with certificate
Guernsey Numismatic First Day Cover 2009 100 Years of Naval Aviation comprising Jersey £25 2009 GoldProof FDC and set of 2 Isle of Man stamps 31 Pence and 98 Pence UNC on the hand painted decorative envelope, in the wallet of issue, number 1 of only 50 issued
Cook IslandsOne Dollar 2007 an 11-coin set Queen Elizabeth II and Prince PhilipDiamond Wedding each coin in gold plated cupro-nickel with a different photographic image of the Royal Couple, UNC in a Westminster box with certificates, Cook Islands - History of the Royal Family One Dollar 2009 (2) Henry II and Elizabeth I, Gold Plated cupro-nickel UNC with coloured portraits on the reverses, Cook Islands One Dollar 2010 Prince William and Catherine Middleton UNC in gold plated cupro-nickel with coloured portrait on the reverse and insert sapphire UNC, JerseyFifty Pence 2013 CoronationDiamond Jubilee (3) each in gold plated cupro-nickel with 1953 portrait of the Queen in colour on each reverse UNC, Jersey 2011 Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee with coloured portrait of the Queen on the reverse UNC, these housed in a Westminster box all but one with certificates, Cook Islands One Dollar (7) History of the Royal Family (3) Henry VIII (2) and Richard III, UNC each with coloured portraits on the reverses, 2010 The Roman Army (2) with coloured depiction of a Roman soldier on the reverse UNC, 2011 Prince William and Catherine Middleton Royal Wedding UNC with balcony scene on the reverse, 2013 Treasures of Ancient Egypt UNC with coloured reverse, Guernsey Fifty Pence (4) 2013 Historic Steam Engines (3) Flying Scotsman (2), and Golden Arrow UNC, each with coloured reverses, 2013 Royal Air Force - 617 Squadron UNC with coloured reverse, Jersey Fifty Pence 2012 Centenary of RMS Titanic, in Gold plated Cupro-Nickel UNC, most with certificates, Cook Islands 2012 One Dollar a 4-coin set in gold plated copper RMS Titanic comprising 2012 Atlantic Crossing, 2012 Final Moments, 2012 'Nearer My God to Thee' and 2012 Shocking News UNC in a Westminster box with certificate, Gibraltar Crowns (2) 2008 Elizabeth I and 2009 Henry VIII, Guernsey Five Pounds (5) 2009 (3) 100 Years of Naval Aviation, and Mary Rose (2), 2011 409th Anniversary of Decimalisation, 2011 Royal British Legion - Poppies poppy shaped, UNC, GB Five Pound Crowns 2005 Nelson UNC (2), Great Britain Historic Coins (3) Pennies 1967 (2) one with painted obverse, the other with painted reverse, (these as issued), Guinea a modern Replica 1813 in gold plated brass UNC, housed in a Westminster box, all but one with certificates. GB The 1953 Coronation set (9 coins) Halfcrown to Farthing) each coin plated with silver and gold highlighted EF to UNC in a Westminster box with certificate, GB Crowns/Five Pound Crowns a 4-coin set comprising 1965 Churchill, 1972 Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Silver Wedding, 1990 Queen Mother 90th Birthday and 2002 Queen Mother Memorial, UNC in a Westminster box with certificate, USAState Quarters a 50-coin set in platinum plated cupro-nickel EF to UNC in a Westminster box with certificate, Cook Islands Five Dollars 2012 (2) Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee in gold plated copper, each with a different coloured portrait on the reverse UNC in a Westminster boxes, each with certificate, GB Numismatic Card Cover 2012 London Olympics comprising Fifty Pence and First Class stamp - Athletics UNC as issue, Medallic issues - Numisproof (6) undated issues Buckingham Palace, Big Ben (2), and Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip (3) each gold plated base metal and with coloured reverses UNC, two with certificates, Cook Islands One Dollar (4) 2007 (2) Diana Princess of Wales, 10th Anniversary of her death, 2007 Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Diamond Wedding UNC with coloured reverses, 2009 40th Anniversary of the First Moon Landing - One Small Step (2) each UNC with coloured reverses, A Westminster box containing a mixed group (8) Guernsey - Lifetime of ServiceCollection Five Pounds 2012 (3) in cupro-nickel each with gold-inked portrait UNC, Guernsey Five Pounds 2013 70th Anniversary of the Dambusters UNC, Gibraltar Crown 2008 Elizabeth I, Jersey Two Pounds 2011 Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip - A Lifetime of Service Prooflike UNC with coloured hights on the reverse, GB Five Pound Crowns (2) 2006 Queen Elizabeth II 80th Birthday A/UNC and 2009 500th Anniversary of the Accession of Henry VIII A/UNC, Modern Replica cast coins with WRL stamps (5), empty Westminster pouches (82), and empty Westminster boxes (7), these in very good condition
Proof Set 1970 FDC in the case of issue, Royal Mint Year Set 1984 UNC in the Royal Mint wallet of issue, Australia Five Dollars 1990 Anzac 75th Anniversary UNC on the Royal Australian Mint card of issue, Historic Campaign Medals 1793-1945 a set of 16 miniature replicas ranging from NavalGeneral Service Medal 1793-1840 to War Medal 1939-45, in the card folder as issued, Change Checker album containing Decimal Two Pounds (26), One Pound (7) and Fifty Pence (49) and Isle of Man Fifty Pence 1997 TT Races, Guernsey Fifty Pence 2008 in mixed grades, Banknote - One Pound Fforde B305, S77B 016494 GVF, Numismatic Covers (2) GB D-Day Landings 75th Anniversary comprising Two Pounds 2019 UNC and set of five Commemorative First Class stamps, on the commemorative envelope, in the folder of issue, Guernsey 50th Anniversary of the First Flight of Concorde 2019 comprising Fifty pence (3) each with a different reverse depicting the iconic aircraft, and set of four stamps, 4d, 9d, and 1/6 and a First Class stamp, on the commemorative envelope as issued, in the folder of issue
Medals, includes some world examples in base metal (35), includes Hudson Bay Company 1970, GB Royal Mint Queens Award to Industry 1973 dump-style striking in silver (?) 23.5 grammes, boxed, Robert Raines- Sunday Schools 1880 in white metal (2), Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs - Field Marshal Lord Roberts of Kandahar (5), Saudi Arabian Medal for the Liberation of Kuwait 1991, Kuwait Liberation Medal 1991, boxed, Vatican, Papal medal 1975 51mm diameter, along with GB and World in base metal, the majority 20th Century and a group of pins, badges and a few Paranumismatic items (21) a few Naval-related, in mixed grades to EF, Coins (2) GB Sixpence 1944 F/VF and Germany 5 Marks 1968 J 150th Anniversary od the Birth of Friedrich Wilhelm Raiff Eisen EF
Decorative brooch-style Silver Pins (13) three with naval themes, 10 are hallmarked or stamped as sterling silver, the remaining three are stamped SILVER, three with missing retaining pins, total weight 44.6 grammes, along with silver bracelet with nine small panels each with a Japanese dancing girl with enamelled background, total weight 10.56 grammes with safety chain, in mixed condition
GibraltarTwo Pounds 2018 Centenary of End of World War I - Dover Strait, Gold ProofPiedfort, Obverse: Bust of Queen Elizabeth II right, Reverse: A close-up naval battle scene DOVER STRAIT 1914-1918, weight 31.95 grammes, FDC retaining full original mint brilliance, only 25 minted. The release of these coins by the Tower Mint was commemorated by a visit from Simon Weston, the inspirational Falklands War veteran, survivor of the worst attack on British Force during the conflict. Simon himself struck the first Sovereign coin
Naval Victories 1794-1816 a set of medals (6) each depicting the victor and the Battle as follows: 1) EARL HOWE ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE K.G, Reverse: THE FRENCH FLEET DEFEATED OFF USHANT 1 JUNE 1794. 2) ADMIRAL EARL ST. VINCENT Reverse: THE SPANISH FLEET DEFEATED 14. FEBy 1797. 3) ADM. VISC. DUNCAN Reverse: THE DUTCH FLEET DEFEATED 11 OCTr 1797, 4) ADMIRAL SIR S>SMITH, Reverse: ACRE DEFENDED. BONAPARTE REPULSED. SYRIA SAVED. 20 MAY 1799. 5) ADM. VISC. NELSON K.B.D. OF BRONTE Reverse: NILE 1.AUGt 1798, COPENHAGEN 1.APRIL.1801, TRAFALGAR 21 OCT. 1805, 6) ADMIRAL LORD EXMOUTH Reverse: ALGIERS AUGUST 1816, All in Gilt bronze, around EF in a brass round box with NAVAL VICTORIES and an ornate pattern on the lid
Medals (4) Campaign medals (2) VictoriaNavalLong Service and Good Conduct medal awarded to J.C.Tucker Mr. At Arms. HMS Jason. 20 Years GVF with suspension bar and ribbon. World War IIDefence Medal GEF with suspension bar and ribbon, Commemorative Medals (2) Coronation of George VI 193725mm diameter in bronze A/UNC in the purple box of issue, Robert Louis Stevenson 1850-1894 39mm diameter brass uniface EF boxed
World War II Great Britain Prisoners of War Camps Currency Sixpence serial number 846193. Camp 664 a Stadium Camp located in Catterick, Yorkshire, England. Black on green underprint and WD (War Department) at centre in the underprint. Camp of Issue stamped 664 Italian Pioneer COY at upper centre. About UNC and a very well preserved example without claim stamps on reverse, rarely seen in this condition. This paper POW currency was printed by HMSO (His Majesty's Stationery Office) and was introduced in 1943 and issued by the War Department. The first mass influx of POWs into Britain occurred in 1941 with the arrival of 100,000 Italians captured in the North African campaign followed by the next large influx of both Italian and German POWs with the surrender of Axis forces in North Africa in May 1943, but up until these times the POW camp system was not extensive and consisted only of small numbers of German Naval and Airforce crew.
Engraved (2) of Naval and Military interest, George V Pennies (2) the first engraved Sgt. H.Lawson 203722 C of E 4th K.O.Y.L.I, the second engraved '8.A.M. /18 DEC. 1942. / BRETWALDA . S.S./ 4N. 15. W./ J.A.LEECH. VG to Fine. Note:- The S.S.Bretwalda was sunk by a German U-boat on it's voyage from North Africa to Belfast on this date, along with Token Birmingham Taylor and Challen Minting Machinery Coining Press 1903 NVF with uneven tone
Medals a varied and interesting group (12) 1819-1915 comprising:- International Fisheries Exhibition 1883 45mm diameter in silver, Eimer 1694 NEF boxed. 1832 Reform Bill 49mm diameter in White Metal, EF holed at the top. Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 51mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, EF. York Cathedral 61mm diameter in White Metal by J.Davis of Birmingham GEF. Sir Charles Cockerell 1819 Election Validated 53mm diameter in bronze by J.P.Suffield Eimer 1111 EF. Parish Church of Frittenden, Kent, Restored 1848 42mm diameter by Davis of Birmingham GEF. The Marriage of Edward, Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra 1863, 52mm in white metal by Ottley of Birmingham, Lustrous EF. Death of William IV 1837 41mm diameter by T.W.Ingram VF. RoyalNaval Exhibition 1891 38mm diameter in White Metal. Whitenash Industrial Exhibition 1865 St.Margaret's Day 40mm diameter by J.Moore of Birmingham VF with some scratches. Lusitania Sinking 1915 55mm diameter UNC, The Bell Medal 39mm diameter undate Presented by the Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs 39mm diameter in bronze GEF, all in a Lindner Tray
World War I group of Four awarded to Pte. CH16430 Frederick Edwards R.M.L.I comprising 1914 Star R.M. Brigade, British War Medal 1914-1920 R.M.L.I, First World WarVictory Medal R.M.L.I, and Royal NavalService and Good Conduct Medal Type (2nd Type Obverse) MNE. R.F.R. GVF-NEF. Pte.Edwards joined in London in 1909 and was sent to Deal Depot. He joined the 9th (Chatham) Battalion RMLI , and, as part of the Royal Marine Brigade, served at the defence of Antwerp in 1914, and was part of the MediterraneanExpeditionary Force in Dardanelles and Gallipoli (Feb 1915-March 1916). Comes with copies of Pte. Edwards service record
World War II (3) awarded to Lewis G. Willmore RN, Sto 1 H.M.Y. Victoria & Albert, Defence Medal and War Medal 1939-1945, also RoyalNavalLong Service and Good Conduct Medal, along with copies of service record and copy of photo of the H.M.Y. Victoria & Albert, list of recipients of the George V Silver Jubilee Medal, George V Silver Jubilee Medal 1935 32mm diameter in silver, Reverse: GRI cypher with May 6 1910 in two lines to the left and May 6 1935 in two lines to the right, GEF and nicely toned, with mount and ribbon, George VICoronation 1937 32mm diameter in silver Reverse: Crowned GRI Crowned 12 May 1937 GEORGE VI QVEEN ELIZABETH A/UNC with mount and ribbon, along with other paperwork relating to Lewis Willmore's details of marriage from the Civil Registration Marriage Index August and September 1922, and details of his death in 1950
Captain Cook Memorial 1779 43mm diameter in bronze by L.PingoEimer 780 Obverse: Bust left, draped, IAC. COOK. OCEANI. INVESTIGATOR ACERRIMVS REG. SOC. LOND. SOCIO SVO, Reverse: Fortune, leaning against a naval column, places a rudder upon a globe. NIL INTENTATVM NOSTRI LIQVERE, in exergue: AVSPICIIS GEORGII III, UNC or near so with small nicks and spots
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy an 18-coin collection 2003-2005 all Crown sized and in Silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels, each with a coloured flag on the respective reverses FDC in the box of issue with certificates
South America a small group (5) Colombia Fifth Class Order of Boyaca, Chile Order of Naval merit, Peru (3) National Service Medal, Army Medal Guardia Civil del Peru, Order of the Hipolito Nuanue in mixed grades to EF
World War I Medals (15) all recipients but one, either killed in action or died of wounds, awarded to the following:- 12112 Pte. R.Phillips 15th Royal Irish Rifles (North Belfast), VF. Pte.Phillips was killed in action in France 20/1/1916 and is buried at Miraumont Communal Cemetery C.1, 16887 Pte.P.Connor 8th Regiment of Irish Fusiliers. GVF. The 8th Regiment saw action at the Battles of Guillemont and Ginchy. Pte.Connor died of wounds in France 24/6/1916. He is buried at Bethune Town Cemetery V.E.75, D-9505 Pte.W.H.Allen 4th Dragoon Guards (Royal Irish). NEF. Killed in action, Battle for La Bassee 1/11/1914, buried Ypres Menin Gate Memorial Panel 3-5.Also entitled to 1914 Star and bar. 19056 Pte.A.Nicholas 9th Devon Regiment. NEF. Pte. Nicholas was killed in action on the first day of the Battle of the Somme, France 1/7/1916. Buried Somme, Thiepval Memorial, Pier and face 1C, 2052D Seaman J.Flynn Royal Naval Reserve, H.M.S.Goliath, GVF. killed in action off Gallipoli 13/5/1915, buried at Plymouth Naval Memorial 8. HMS Goliath was sunk after being hit by three torpedoes from the Ottoman destroyer Mauvenet-i Milliye losing 570 of her 750 crew, 29447 Pte.J.Mullen R.INNES.FUS 1st Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (Mullan on CWGC). About EF. Killed in action in France, 19/5/1917, buried Arras Memorial, Bay 6. The 1st Battalion, which had been serving in India, returned home in January 1915, it was then landed at Cape Helles, Gallipoli, as part of the 87th Brigade in the 29th Division in April 1915. It was evacuated from Gallipoli in January 1916, then landed in Marseille in March 1916 for service on the Western Front, 2nd Lieutenant A.Bartlett Royal Welsh Fusiliers, NEF. Died of Wounds as a POW France, aged 32, 12/4/1918, buried Royal Irish Rifles Graveyard, Laventie Cemetery, 2nd Lieutenant A.P.Male Machinegun Corps Officer, enlisted 13th London Regiment 25/4/1911, commissioned 3/12/1915 NEF. Killed in action Bourlon Wood 23/11/1917 on the first day of battle, buried Cambrai Memorial, Louverval, also entitled to 1914 Star and bar with 13th London Regiment, 3665 Pte.A.Rhydwen, Welsh Guards, NEF. Pte.Rhydwen was killed in action in France 3/5/1918, Buried Bienvillers Military Cemetery, Pas de Calais XVII.C.9, 4474 Sepoy Kala Khan 58th Rifles. (58th Vaughan's Rifles, Frontier Force) NEF. Killed in action, Palestine 14/4/1918. Buried Heliopolis (Port Tewfik) Memorial. 4751 Pte.J.Dowling 1st Leinster Regiment VF. Pte.Dowling died of wounds in France 15/5/1915 and is buried at Boulogne Eastern Cemetery VIII. D.7., 8841 Pte.A.Mawhenney 2nd Irish Guards (Mawhinney on CWGC website). EF. died 31/7/1917 buried Ypres, Menin Gate, Belgium (Panel 11), 8890 Pte.F.C.Brown 2nd Kings Own Royal Lancashire Regiment. NEF. Pte. Brown was born in Ahmednagar, India enlisted in Winchester, UK, and was killed in action 8/5/1915 at the second Battle of Ypres. This battle is the first recorded use of poison gas on the Western Front, and over 300 men were killed in the last German assault on Frezenberg, He is buried ay Ypres Menin Gate Memorial, Panel 12, Capt. J.M.Fonseca R.A.M.C, First Welsh Field Ambulance, 53rd Welsh Division, served in Gallipoli 1914. NEF. The 53rd Welsh Division landed at Sulva Bay 8/8/1915, with only three officers, and after 4 months became part of the Suez Canal Defence Force. World War I Victory Medal awarded to 5-2688 Pte. J.H.Boardman 1st Royal Irish Rifles. VF. Killed in action during the Battle of the Somme (Battle for Ancre Heights) 23/10/1916, buried Somme, Thiepval Memorial Pier and face 15A and 15B
Medals a mixed group (6) George VSilver Jubilee 1935 32mm in silver the official Royal Mint issue GVF. Battle of Jutland 1916 44mm diameter in white metal by Spink & Son Eimer 1951 GEF and lustrous. Naval Actions at Heligoland Bight 1914 and Dogger Bank 1915 45mm diameter in white metal by Spink & Son, depicting the sinking of the Mainz and Blucher ships, Eimer 1940, GEF. Dassier Restrike Medal of Edward I gilded NEF. City of LondonPolice medal 1887 Jubilee of Queen Victoria in bronze, awarded to PC 710 D.KENNEDY VF in wooden box, Robert Ferguson M.P. F.R.S.F.G.S. &c. Patron of Science, Literature and Art 1836, Memorial Medal by F.Bain 48mm diameter, in white metal GEF
19th Century (11) covering the period 1842 to 1897 a wide range of subjects covered including The Great Exhibition 1851, RoyalNaval Exhibition 1891, Opening of the Royal Exchange 1842, Golden Jubilee 1887 and Diamond Jubilee 1897 types, many in white metal, in mixed grades to EF
World War I and World War II a group of nine to Lieut. (E) Joseph William Brand R.N, HMS Gossamer 1914-1915 Star, World War I War Medal, World War I Victory Medal, 1939-1945 Star, Atlantic Star, 1939-1945 Defence Medal, 1939-1945 World War II Medal, Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, and Distinguished Service Cross, George VI (1942), EF in presentation box, comes with photograph and copies of papers detailing the HMS Gossamer and details of the naval career of Joseph William Brand. The HMS Gosamer was a minesweeper of the Halcyon class. At the evacuation from Dunkirk Gossamer made six trips to and from that port or the beaches and brought home 3200 men. In April 1942 the Gossamer left Murmansk with two other ships of her flotilla to assist the cruiser Edinburgh which had been torpedoed. Gossamer rescued 440 survivors. Gossamer remained in North Russia and on June 24 1942 was sunk by a direct bomb during an air attack.
History of Aviation - Milestones in flight depicting Iconic aircraft and famous figures in aviation, a 6-coin set in 14 carat gold, along with Windsor mint covering many different themes including The Queen's Diamond Jubilee, Edward VII, Coronation regalia, Naval History, Ancient Egypt, Concorde, Princess Diana, Defining moments of World War II, British Banknotes, USAStatue of Liberty, mostly gold-plated, some with coloured reverses or part reverse, others with jewels embedded in the coins, in mixed grades, mostly UNC
Egypt Medal 1882 awarded to Ships Corporal, First Class W.W.Holmes H.M.S. Monarch, with bar ALEXANDRIA 11th JULY, VF. Ships Corporal Holmes was discharged to Pension in 1887. H.M.S. Monarch took part in the Naval bombardment of Alexandria 11th to 13th July 1882. The vessel was the first to carry its guns in turrets, and was also the first British Warship to have guns of 12 inch calibre
Admiral Earl Howe, NavalVictory of the First of June 1794 48mm diameter in copper by C.H.Kuchler. Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, RIC.COMES.HOWE THALASSIARCHA BRITAN.with PATRIAE DECUS ET TUTAMEN below the bust. Reverse: A Naval Engagement. NON SORTESED VIRTUTE, in exergue GALOR.CLASSIS. PROFLIG. DIE 1 JUNII. MDCCXCIV, UNC Toned , the fields with a prooflike quality and with only the most minor contact marks, a superb example
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy 2003-2005 an 18 coin collectionCrown-sized and in silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels, SilverProofs with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the wooden box of issue, no certificates
Peru Medals (6) Order of Agricultural Merit, 1883, 1978 75th Anniversary of the Province of Bolonesi, in silver, the coat of arms enamelled, loop mounted with ribbon, Political Intelligence Service (National Police) medal, the coat of arms and surround with some enamelling, 50th Wedding Anniversary Medal 1868-1918 with ribbon and Club de la Union bar, NavalWar medal in silver with loop mount, 1969 50th Anniversary of the Republican Guard 29mm diameter in silver, the coat of arms enamelled, the mount at the top removed, in mixed grades VF to EF
In White Metal a small group (4) The International Exhibition 1862 65mm diameter by Ottley, Birmingham, Obverse Bust left HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA Reverse a side view of the building, THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION IN THE 25th YEAR OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA. OPENED 1st MAY 1862 DESIGNED BY CAPTAIN FOWKER.E. ERECTED BY MESSrs KELK AND LUCAS EF, The Houses of Parliament undated c.1847 44mm diameter, Obverse: View of the Houses of Parliament THE HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT LONDON C.BARRY ESQ. ARCHITECT, Reverse: Interior of the House of Lords, INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE OF LORDS EF, Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 35mm diameter, unsigned, Obverse Bust left Crowned and Veiled, VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, 1897 below, Reverse Shields of England, Scotland and Ireland Crowned IN COMMEMORATION OF THE SIXTIETH YEAR OF HER MAJESTYS REIGN, EF, Naval and Military Exhibition 1901 38mm diameter Eimer 1858 unsigned, Obverse: Vignette containing busts of Edward VII and Alexandra. NAVAL & MILITAREY EXHIBITION Exergue CRYSTAL PALACE 1901. Reverse: Vignette containing the conjoined busts of Victoria and Albert, below, Great Exhibition Building . JUBILEE OF THE GREAT EXHIBITION HYDE PARK SYDENHAM 1851. 1901 EF in the packet of issue
France 1694 Defeat of the English and Dutch 41mm diameter in bronze by Mauger, Obverse Old head of the King, right, Reverse: CUSTOS ORAE AREMORICAE, Pallas standing, holding a spear and shield, on the left, a naval trophy. In the background, grounded ships, Exergue: BATAV. ET ANGL.AD LITTUS / AREMORICUM CAESIS / M.DC.XCIV. NEF
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy 2003-2005 an 18 coin collectionCrown sized in silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the box of issue with all certificates
Farthings 18th CenturyMiddlesex (6) Isaac Newton 1793 Newton/Cypher DH1159 VF, Isaac Newton 1793 Newton/Cornucopia DH1151 NEF, Peace Bust/Naval Crown above a harp DH1164 NF with some scratches, Peace Social Series Bust/Coronet above harp DH1165 Near Fine, Peace and Plenty/Desire of all Nations 1801 DH1166 Fine, Social Series undated Druid/Arms DH1169 Fine
Royal Exchange Opened 1844 28mm diameter in silver Eimer 1392 Obverse : Bust left, diademed ROYAL EXCHANGE OPENED BY H:M: QUEEN VICTORIA OCT. 28 1844 Reverse: Three shields upon a wreath; Grasshopper above. FIRST STONE LAID BY H.R.H.PRINCE ALBERT JAN.17th 1842, by W.Wyon, Fine, Births, Marriages and Deaths Register 1845 22mm diameter in brass EF, Battle of Jutland 1916 45mm diameter in White Metal, Eimer 1951, by Spink and Son Lustrous UNC in the white box, with the 'Sold for Benefit of Naval Orphanages' label on the lid
France, Battle of Sole bay (Suffolk) 1672 41mm diameter in silver Obverse Bust of Louis XIV right LUDOVICUS XIIII . REX CHRISTAINISSIMUS, Reverse Neptune standing in his car, VICTORIA NAVALIS on a banner above in exergue: MDCLXXII, GVF, comes with printed pages of History of the Battle and background to the town of Sole Bay and the Battle, also the first Battle of the Third Dutch War 1672-1674), this medal very rare in silver
Battle of Cape St. Vincent Admiral Jervis 1797 48mm diameter in bronze Eimer 881 Obverse Bust left, Reverse Hispania reclining on sea shore, a naval engagement, NEF, along with Admiral Earl St. Vincent 41mm diameter in bronze Eimer 882 Obverse Bust left, Reverse Victory hovers above two Spanish ships at which she hurls thunderbolts UNC the reverse with prooflike fields
Capture of Gibraltar and Naval Engagement off Malaga 1704, 40mm in bronze by J. Croker, Eimer 410 Obverse Bust left draped , Reverse Neptune in his marine car offers his trident and crown to Britannia VICTORIAE NAVALES, Exergue: CALPE. EXPVG. ET. GALL. VICT. MDCCIV, EF or better and attractively toned
Battle of the Nile 1798 38mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon Snr. Eimer 893 Obverse bust almost facing, uniformed, head three-quarters right, ADMIRAL LORD NELSON OF THE NILE BRITAINS GLORY AND DEFENCE, Reverse a naval engagement, ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED HIS MAJESTY'S ARMS Exergue FRENCH FLEET DEFEATED AUGUST 1.1798 A/UNC with traces of lustre
Expedition to Vigo Bay 1702 25mm diameter in base silver by Lauffer, Obverse Bust left draped, Reverse a navalbattle scene and map of the coastline, Fine, the obverse with some discolouration
Medal Trial Strike in lead, Bust of Nelson, left, in Naval uniform surrounded by garter on which ENGLAND EXPECTS EVERY MAN WILL DO HIS DUTY, 68mm diameter (planchet 60mm) EF, Rare
Trafalgar Medal Restrike 1966 by Pinches 44mm diameter in silver Obverse a uniformed bust of Nelson, Reverse a Panoramic view of the naval engagement UNC and lustrous
Proof Sets (15) 2015 Fifth Portrait Silver Proof Set (8 coins, Two Pounds to One Penny), Premium Proof Sets (3) 2013 (15 coins plus cupro-nickel medals) being Five Pound Crown 60th Anniversary of the Coronation, Two Pounds (3) 200th Anniversary of the last Gold Guinea, London Underground (2) Train and Logo reverses, One Pound (2) Floral Emblems of England and Wales, Fifty Pence Ironside Reverse, then Two Pounds to One Penny, 2014 (14 coins plus Bimetallic medal) being Five Pound Crown 300th Anniversary of the death of Queen Anne, Two Pounds Outbreak of the First World War, Two Pounds 500th Anniversary of Trinity House, One Pound Floral Emblems of Scotland and Northern Ireland, Fifty Pence Glasgow Commonwealth Games, then Two Pounds to One Penny, 2015 (13 coins plus Bimetallic medal) being Five Pound Crown 50th Anniversary of the Death of Sir WinstonChurchill, Five Pound Crown 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo, Two Pounds First World War NavalCentenary, Two Pounds 800th Anniversary of the Magna Carta, Fifty Pence 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain, then Two Pounds to One Penny, Proof Set 2015 (8 coins) Two Pounds to One Penny all struck in silver the final 4th Portrait coins, Executive Sets (5) 2002, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, Red Leather Deluxe Sets (4) 1997, 2005, 2006, 2007, Proof Set 2012 in the Black book form case all FDC in the boxes of issue with certificates
Guernsey £25 2009 100 Years of Naval Aviation GoldProof on Numismatic hand painted first day cover, one of a limited edition of 50 such covers, FDC in a Westminster folder
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy an 18 coin collectionCrown sized all early 21st Century issues in Silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the box of issue no certificates
RoyalNaval Reserve Medal EVII issue (54778 I. Henderson, Sean. 1 Cl. R.N.R.), Royal Naval Reserve Medal GVR. issue (148 W. Paddick Sto. R.N.R.). EF. (2).
Bombardment of Algiers 1816 50mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon Jnr./T.Wyon Snr. Obverse bust of Prince Regent, left TO TAME THE PROUD THE FETTER'D SLAVE TO FREE THESE ARE IMPERIAL ARTS AND WORTHY THEE, Below GEORGE PRINCE REGENT Reverse a Naval Engagement Exergue ALGIERS BOMBARDED ITS FLEET DESTROYED & CHRISTIAN SLAVERY EXTINGUISHED AUG 27 1816 EXMOUTH EF
Germany by Loos (3) The first in silver 36mm diameter DIE ZEIT ENTFLEIHT Reverse DEM FLEISSE LAESST SIE LOHN ZURUCK a naval scene behind treasure, barrels and anchor EF, the second Lubeck 42mm diameter in bronze Obverse a female figure seated right holds a wreath, overlooking a view of the town DEM VERDIENSTER in exergue, Reverse DIE GESELLSCHAFT Z.BEFOERDERUNG GEMEINNUETZIGER THAETIGREIT ZU LUEBECK in 6 lines all within a wreath NEF, the third Lubeck 50mm diameter in bronze Reverse with coat of arms SENATVS REIPVBLICAE LVBECENSIS NEF
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy an 18 coin collectionCrown sized all early 21st Century issues in Silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the box of issue with some certificates
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy an 18 coin collectionCrown sized all early 21st Century issues in Silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the box of issue with some certificates
A scarce World War Two D.S.M. group of seven to Petty Officer D.N.Garrett R.N., D.S.M. George VI issue, fixed suspension (JX 134386 D.N.Garrett P.O. R.N.) , 1939-45 Star, Atlantic Star with France & Germany clasp, Italy Star, War Medal, NavalLong Service Medal G.VI.R. issue (JX 134386 D.N.Garrett C.P.O. H.M.S. Daedalus (Fleet Air Arm Base)), these mounted as worn. Together with a Naval General Service Medal bar Near East E.II.R. issue (JX 134386 D.N.Garrett D.S.M. C.P.O. R.N.), GVF. (7). D.S.M. London Gazette 1.1.1943 "For gallantry and outstanding service ... in dangerous waters ...). Probably awarded for Malta Convoys.
GB and World a small mixed group (14) includes London Exhibition Medal 1862 VF in white metal, Naval and Military Exhibition 1901 EF in white metal , GB (6) Crown 1822 VG, Shillings (3)1866, 1909, 1910, Halfpennies (2) 1731, 1854 in mixed circulated grades
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy an 18 coin collectionCrown sized all early 21st Century issues in Silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the box of issue with certificates
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy an 18 coin collectionCrown sized all early 21st Century issues in Silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the box of issue with certificates
NavalVictory June 1 1794 Earl Howe Obverse Bust right uniformed RIC. COMES HOWE THALASSIARCHA BRITAN. PATRIAE DECUS ET TUTAMEN Reverse Naval engagement NON SORTE SED VIRTUTE Exergue. GALLOR CLASSIS PROFLIG. DIE I JUNII. MDCCXCIV. Eimer 855 48mm diameter in copper by Kuchler A/UNC with a few small spots, Rare
France, assorted medals (6) Rouget de Lisle1760-1836, bronze, La Harve naval medal 1905, Academic medal 1904, bronze, Reims Music Festival medal 1969, silver, Edouard Goose Plaque 1923, silver. Together with another cast bronze plaque. An interesting lot
Battle of TrafalgarNelson Memorial 1805 in copper 48mm by Kuchler Eimer 960 BHM 584 Obv. Bust facing left uniformed HORATIO .VISCOUNT NELSON .K.B. DUKE OF BRONTE Rev.a panoramic view of the naval engagement ENGLAND EXPECTS EVERY MAN WILL DO HIS DUTY Ex. TRAFALGAR Oct 21 1805 Edge TO THE HEROES OF TRAFALGAR FROM M.BOULTON GEF with an edge bruise in original Matthew Boulton 'Clamshell' case Ex-Matthew Boulton
Jersey/Guernsey/Alderney The History of the Royal Navy an 18 coin collectionCrown sized all early 21st Century issues in Silver depicting famous naval figures and vessels with coloured flags on the reverses FDC in the box of issue with certificates
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