Coronations and Jubilees (6) Coronation of George V 1911 31mm diameter in silver the Official Royal Mint issue in silver NEF, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 (3) 32mm diameter in silver the Official Royal Mint issue (3) GEF, VF/GVF toned and EF cleaned, Coronation of George VI (2) NEF and GVF
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
Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 22mm diameter in bronze by T.R. Pinches, Obverse: Uniformed bust left within a linear oval, ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON, reverse : A crown above inscription BORN / MAY .1. 1769 / DIED / SEPr 14 1852, 5.58 grammes, BHM 2491, NEF, listed as RR by BHM
Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 51mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore BHM 2475, Obverse: Uniformed bust left, ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: Britannia standing weeping before funerary plaque and trophy of arms WELLINGTON BORN MAY 1 1769 DIED SEPr 14 1852, Victory kneeling to right, British Lion crouched to fore BRITANNIA MOURNS HER HERO NOW AT REST , In Exergue: WATERLOO JUNE 18 1815, 41.11 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous
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, (2) the first 83.74 grammes, VF with some rim nicks, the second GVF with an edge bruise and some surface residue on the veiled head, 84.09 grammes, both in the Royal Mint boxes 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, 84.34 grammes, GVF with some contact marks and small rim nicks
FAO Large Silver Medal 50mm diameter H.E.J.A. Chissano President of Mozambique Unc cased as issued FAO logo on blue velvet box lid, with FAO certificate
France Medal/Jeton The Marriage of Louis d'Aumont and Louise-Jeanne de Durfort de Duras 33mm diameter in silver in octagonal form, by Pierre-Joseph Lorthior (1733-1813), 16.66 grammes, a 19th Century restrike of the 1747 original. Obverse: A crowned and mantled conjoined coats-of-arms; all within ornate frame / Three putti decorating an ornate oval shield with a chain of flowers; shield inscribed with a script MD (for d’Aumont and Mazarin) cypher; pair of doves perched on top of shield; LORTHIOR ·· F ·· below, all within ornate frame. Edge: cornucopia and ARGENT. Feuardent 5890. About EF. Cataloguer's note: Louise-Jeanne de Durfort de Duras was one of the great collectors of 18th Century works of art. Louis d'Aumont was a Duke and French soldier who rose through the ranks of Colonel, Field Marshal and Lieutenant General
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish, Eimer 2029a, BHM 4249, The Official Royal Mint issue, 86.31g, GEF with some light surface dirt, this possibly removable with care
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 57mm diameter in silver, by P. Metcalfe, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 2029a, BHM 4249, 85.86 grammes, UNC in the red Royal Mint box of issue, the box with some small tears to the lid
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 57mm diameter in silver, by P. Metcalfe, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 2029a, BHM 4249, 86.00 grammes, UNC with a few flecks of toning in the devices, in the red Royal Mint box of issue, the box with a very small tear to the lid
Germany Gold Commemorative Medal obverse with warriors on horseback with city scene behind CONSERVA DOMINE WESALIAM INCLITAM HOSPITIUM ECCLESIAE TUAM, reverse ET COL ERAM LEGISTIS ERAM ME MAT HOSPES 25 Unc 24mm diameter and with a 900 mark
Inter-Parliamentary Union Conference 1906 51mm diameter in silvered bronze by A.Wyon Obverse Bust of Edward VII left KING EDWARD VII THE PEACEMAKER, Reverse: A female figure standing right, holds a wreath in an outstretched hand XIV. CONFERENCE INTER-PARLIAMENTARY UNION PALACE OF WESTMINSTER 1906, Matt finish, 72.56 grammes, A/UNC with a few small flecks of toning
Investiture of KingCharles III (then Prince Charles) as Prince of Wales 1969 39mm diameter in Britannia Silver, by J.Pinches, Obverse: Bust right, crowns CHARLES PRINCE OF WALES, Reverse Royal Arms with supporters INVESTITURE . CAERNARVON . JULY 1969 (5) each Lustrous UNC and prooflike, in slides cases with accompanying certificates
Investiture of KingCharles III (then Prince Charles) as Prince of Wales 1969 58mm diameter in silver by M. Rizzello, the Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 2116a, 98.28 grammes, UNC or near so, with some toning, in the red Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Jernegan's Lottery 1736 39mm diameter in Silver by J.S.Tanner Eimer 537 Obverse: Minerva standing between military trophies and emblems of the Arts and Sciences. BOTH HANDS FILL'D FOR BRITAIN. Exergue: GEORGE REIGNING. Reverse Caroline royally robed waters a grove of young palm trees. GROWING ARTS ADORN EMPIRE.. Exergue CAROLINE PROTECTING 1736, 20.22 grammes, Good Fine, Note: originally given to purchasers of a Lottery Ticket for a silver cistern made by Henry Jernegan (d.1761) a London goldsmith and banker
John Flaxman Laudatory Medal 1854 56mm diameter in silver, by Henry Weigall, Obverse: Bust of Flaxman left FLAXMAN, Reverse: a representation of Flaxman's bas-relief 'Mercury and Pandora', edge ART-UNION OF LONDON 1854, Eimer 1479, BHM 2530, 90.35 grammes, NEF, rare with only 30 struck
Kings and Queens of England a 43-piece set each 44mm diameter in .925 silver Proof by John Pinches (1970) aFDC-FDC some with a pleasing toning, in the large red album of issue (each medal weighs 40 grams approximately)
Lancashire interest (8) Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 36mm diameter in silver, Duke of Lancaster legend, by Pinches, A/UNC and lustrous, Coronation of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra 1902 39mm diameter by Pinches, EF and lustrous with a n edge nick, George VSilver Jubilee 1935 Borough of Lancaster 35mm diameter in base metal (2) both EF one boxed, Borough of Preston - Preston Guild Merchant, Henry and Mabel Astly-Bell Guild Mayor and Mayoress 1922 51mm diameter in bronze EF cleaned, in a Spink box, Opening of the Town Hall, Lancaster 1909 27 Dec. 'GIVEN BY LORD ASHTON - ROBERT WILSON MAYOR (2) each 44mm diameter in bronze both GVF with some spots, Blackpool Gigantic Wheel - Auto Music Co. Ltd undated (c.1897) in brass NEF with an indentation in the field on either side
LiverpoolShipwreck and Humane Society 1839 38mm diameter in bronze, by R.C. Oldfield Ltd, Edge: FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE AT NORTHWICH 13th OCT 1913 UNC boxed, and Prize Medal British Federation of B.M.& G , the reverse inscribed BOLTON B.M.G. CLUB WNRS BAND CONTEST A. 1938 G.WELSH EF boxed
Lord Roberts - Relief of Bloemfontein and Pretoria 1900 45mm diameter in silver 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, NEF once gilded
Marriage of the Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra 1863 51mm diameter in White Metal by Ottley, Eimer 1563a, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, H.R.H THE PRINCE OF WALES AND H.R.H THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA, Reverse: H.R.H THE PRINCE OF WALES BORN NOV.9. 1841 MARRIED MARCH 10. 1863 AT. GEORGE'S CHAPEL WINDSOR TO H.R.H ALEXANDRA PRINESS OF DENMARK BORN DEC.1. 1844 within a wreath with the Prince's crest above, EF and with some lustre
Medals (10) Accession of Edward VII 1901 24mm diameter in bronze, NEF with a loop mount attached, Coronation of George V 39mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Conjoined busts right, Reverse: Crowned monogram with supporters garter legend on ribbon below, national emblems below, GVF, Coronation of George V 1911 Obverse: Conjoined busts left, crowned, Reverse: 1911 within a wreath 18mm diameter in silver NVF pierced for suspension, CanadaCoronation of Queen Elizabeth II 1953 33mm diameter in bronze GVF, Poland Krakow 1995 31mm diameter in bronze - The Royal City lustrous EF, Medalet - The Lord's Prayer 16mm diameter Obverse: George V left, Reverse: the Lord's Prayer in 14 lines EF with suspension loop at the top, Eclipse of the Sun 1983 in Indonesia 35mm diameter in bronze EF, Buddha token, oval 26mm x 21mm in base metal, Reverse: a reclining Buddha, with loop mount at the top, World War I Medal 1914 1918 to 4081 Pte. C.D. Brown E.Surr.R EF holed, FranceJeton 30mm diameter in brass Orb/Lion type, Near Fine, Engraved, Silver Threepence VictoriaJubilee Head Reverse engraved with AC monogram, holed Fine
Medals (11) World War I Pair 1914-1918 War Medal, EF cleaned, and Victory Medal EF, awarded to 2041 Pte. A. Scarr, Medal Pair awarded to F.Stallan J.69242 comprising ImperialService Medal George VI issue, INDIAE IMP legend (1938-1948) GEF, cleaned, boxed, and World War I 1914-1918 Medal, with suspender, no ribbon, World War II (5) Pacific Star, Burma Star, Atlantic Star, France and Germany Star, and 1939-45 medal (no ribbon) NEF to EF
Medals (2) Repeal of the Stamp Act 1766 40mm diameter in silver by T.Pingo Obverse: Bust of William Pitt left GVLIELMVS PITT, Reverse: Legend in 7 lines: THE MAN/WHO . HAVING / SAVED THE / PARENT . PLEADED / WITH SUCCESS / FOR HER / CHILDREN, BHM 100, 25.98 grammes, Good Fine, Birth of Prince Charles (Charles II) 1630 29mm diameter in silver by N.Briot, Obverse: Shield of England, Scotland, France and Ireland, crowned and radiate, united in the centre by links at their bases, HACTENVS . ANGLORVM . NVLLI , Reverse: HONOR' . PRIN'. MAG'. BRI'. FR'. ET.HIB'. NAT'. 29. MAII'. ANN'. 1630 within a decorative square tablet, Eimer 115, 6.29 grammes, NVF with some scratches
Medals (3) Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 (2) 39mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, Birmingham, Obverse: Bust left uniformed, ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: Flags behind a plinth inscribes WATERLOO on which there is a wreath HE SUBDUED INDIA AND LIBERATED EUROPE, BHM 2480 both About UNC and lustrous, The Success of Giuseppe Garibaldi in the Rise of Sicily 1860 42mm diameter in white metal by T.R.Pinches Obverse: Bust right GIUSEPPE GAROBALDI BORN AT NICE 1807., Reverse : WAR FOR THE INDEPENDENCE OF ITALY, Lustrous UNC with some toning in the field, in the round box of issue with description of the medal on paper card on the lid.
Medals (3) International Exhibition 1862 41mm diameter in silver by C.Schnitzpahn/J.Wiener Obverse: bust left TO THE COMMEMORATION OF HIS LATE R.H. THE PRINCE CONSORT ALBERT, Reverse: A façade of the exhibition building. INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1862, Exergue: STAMPED IN THE BUILDING BY H. UHLHORN OF GREVENBROICH. PRUSSIA, Eimer 1556, BHM 2743, GEF with a hint of toning, Great Exhibition 1851 51mm diameter in white metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: busts left conjoined, QUEEN VICTORIA & PR: ALBERT within a wide wreath border, Reverse: View of the exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION LONDON. 1851. Exergue: PROPOSED BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT, DESIGNED BY JOSEPH PAXTON ESQ. F.L.S. ERECTED BY FOX, HENDERSON & CO. LENGTH 1848 FEET. WIDTH 456 FEET. , HEIGHT OF PRINCIPAL ROOF 66 FEET. HEIGHT OF TRANSEPT 108 FEET, GLAZED SURFACE 900,000 SUP FEET OCCUPIES 18 ACRES OF GROUND, ESTIMATED VALUE £150,000, Eimer 1462 A/UNC and lustrous, International Exhibition 1851 26mm diameter in white metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: View of the Exhibition building THE BUILDING FOR THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION Exergue: LONDON 1851, Reverse: Text in 11 lines: THE CONSTRUCTION IS OF IRON AND GLASS, 1848 FEET LONG, ABOUT HALF IS 456 FT WIDE, THE REMAINDERC 403 FT WIDE, 66 FT HIGH, SITE UPWARDS OF 20 ACRES, COST £150,000, JOSh. PAXTON ESq. ARCHT. EF
Medals (4) Coronation of George V 1911 32mm diameter in silver, by B. MacKennal, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, within a wreath, no legend, Reverse: Crowned GVR Royal cypher, 22 June 19611 below, EF with suspension loop at top, Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 30mm diameter in bronze by C.Emptmeyer, Obverse: Bust left, VICTORIA D.G. REGINA ET IMPERATRIX F.D. Reverse: Crowned legend within a wreath IN COMMEM ORATION OF THE 60th YEAR OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA 20 JUNE 1897, in six lines, VF cleaned, with suspension loop at the top, Coronation of Edward VII 1902, 31mm diameter in bronze, by Fuchs, Obverse: Busts left Crowned and in Coronation robes, n o legend, within a wreath border, this enclosing the edge on the medal, Reverse: Crowned E VII R cypher 26 JUNE 1902 below (the original planned date of the Coronation) VF cleaned, with suspension loop at the top, Coronation of Carlos I of Portugal 1889 33mm diameter in bronze by V.Alves, Obverse: Bust left D. CARLOS I REI DE PORTUGAL, Reverse: 28 DE DEZEMBRO DE 1889, VF cleaned, with suspension loop at the top
Medals (5) Expedition to Vigo Bay 1702 Obverse: Bust left crowned ANNA . DEI. GRA. MAG. BR. FRA. ET. HIB: REGINA Reverse: Ships burning within a harbour CAPTA . ET . INCENSA. GAL : RT . HISP : CLASSE, Exergue AG. VIGVM XII OCT MDCCII, Eimer 395, VG, British Empire Exhibition 1924 36mm diameter in silver by J.Langford Jones, Obverse: Moneta seated, in the process of striking a coin, BRITANNIA MONETA, Reverse: Forecourt and facade of the Royal Mint THE ROYAL MINT LONDON, 30.69 grammes, NEF Vatican - Pope Pius VI Return from Vienna 1782 47mm diameter in silver, unsigned, Obverse: Bust right PIO . SEXTO . BRASCHIO PONT . MAX .VINDOBON . RED, Reverse: Pope seated on a throne CIVI * ET * PRINC* OPT * ORDO *PATRIC * CAESEN * In Exergue: MDCCXXCII, 40.57 grammes, NEF, Prize Medals in silver (2) Oxford University Boat Club undated,. 51mm diameter in silver NEF and lustrous with some contact marks, Agricultural Prize Medal undated and unawarded 50mm diameter in silver by J. Lagrange
Medals (5) Northern Ireland Parliament 50th Anniversary 1921-1971 44mm diameter in silver by T.H.Paget, Obverse: Bust right crowned ELIZABETH II REGINA, Reverse: Arms and supporters of Ulster NORTHERN IRELAND, Eimer 2123, 71 grammes of silver EF toned, boxed, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 Obverse: bust facing H.R.H. PRINCE CHARLES . PRINCE OF WALES.1969, Reverse: Coat of Arms and supporters DRAIG GOCH CYMRU, THE RED DRAGON OF WALES below, 40mm diameter in .999 silver, 33.5 grammes by Metalimport Prooflike UNC in the red wallet of issue with certificate, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 32mm diameter by G.Fey Obverse: Head left H.R.H CHARLES PRINCE OF WALES within an incuse border, Reverse: Crowned feathers of the Prince of Wales, 1ST JULY 1969 INVESTITURE CARRNARVON Eimer 2118var, UNC boxed, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 The Official Royal Mint issue 32mm diameter in gilt bronze Eimer 2116 Lustrous UNC, The Churchill Medals a 4-piece set each 44mm diameter in bronze numbered on the edge (61) Obverses each with a different portrait of Churchill, the reverse each showing a famous quotation on a tablet, Lustrous UNC in the box of issue with certificate, Post Office Tower Medal 31mm diameter in bronze UNC in a slide case, and medal ribbons (3)
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
Medals an interesting and wide-ranging group, Medals (14) Death of Charles I 1649 50mm diameter in bronze by J. and N. Roettier, Obverse: Bust right, armoured and draped CAROL. D.G. M.B.F.ET. H.REX. & GLOR . MEM. reverse: A hand issuing from Heaven holds a celestial crown, below; sheep in a landscape, VITVT EX. ME. FORTVNAM . EX . ALIJS. Eimer 162 Near VF, Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, the Official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: Bust right WILLIAM THE FOURTH COWNED SEP: 8 1831, Reverse: Bust right diademed, ADELAIDE. QUEEN CONSOIRT. CROWNED SEP: 8 1831. Eimer 1251, BHM 1475 GVF with some verdigris spots, Coronation of George VI 1937 44mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Conjoined busts left, crowned and in Coronation robes, CORONATION OF KING GEORGE VI & QUEEN ELIZABTH, Reverse: Britannia standing facing in an arch holding a flag and holding aloft a crown, NEF, William III Dassier Medal a later replica 41mm diameter in bronze GVF, Bridge of Dunkeld Built 1808 50mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: View of a bridge BRIDGE OF DUNKELD Exergue: LEGTH 685 Ft. BREADTH 27 AND CENTRE ARCH IS 90 FEET. Reverse: BUILT BY THE MOST NOBLE IOHN DUKE OF ATHOLL EXPENCE ABOVE L30.000 FOUNDED 24th JUNE1805 AND OPENED THE 7th NOVr 1808 in 8 lines, Eimer 987, BHM 639, Good Fine with some pitting, France Art Medal 1899 (issued 1900) Juno and Psyche 47mm diameter in silver by F. Levillain, Obverse: A robed figure of Juno holding the severed head of Argus, dripping blood, peacock at right. Reverse: Naked female representing Psyche seated under a tree at the entrance to the underworld, head in her hands. the dog Cerberus to right, barking, stamped 271 ARGENT on edge GVF, Belgium Prize Medal 1881 50th Anniversary of the Independence of Belgium - International Singing Competition, Obverse: Ghent virgin facing seated, crowned, with lion to her right and holding a flag with inscription S.P.Q.G, left arm resting on a shield, to her left, books, a globe and a laurel wreath, behind, a fence, the Ghent Towers with chimneys to right, Exergue: LAMAIRE, Reverse: SOCIÉTÉ ROYALE DES MÉLOMANES within a wreath, CONCOURS / INTERNATIONAL / DE / CHANT D' ENSEMBLE / ----- / GAND / 4 SEPTEMBRE / 1881 in 7 lines, LEMAIRE below, A/INCAll the participating groups were allowed to receive a city token, such as this one. Austria - Death of Maria Ludovica 1816, 43mm diameter in bronze by Luigi Manfredini Obverse: Bust left veiled MARAI. LVD . AVSTR . IMP . LONGOB . ET . VENET . REG . , below: VXORT. AD LARES REDVCI FRANCISCVS in two lines, Reverse: ITIS AVGVSTA MEDIOLANI MDCCCXVI, NEF with some spots, Prize Medals (2) Warwickshire Agricultural Society Honorary Medals 52mm diameter Farmyard Animals/Gardening implements within a wreath one pierced, the other holed in the edge, both VF, Guildhall Medals (3) Empire Day 1929 and 1931, Guildhall Reception Committee stamped Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd 112 Regent St. and a pin badge stamped Reinemer & Spiegel Wein VII/2 VF
Medals and badges (19) a wide variety includes Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 51mm diameter in white metal by Spink BHM 3517 VF, Lusitania Medal 1915 EF boxed, Prize medal (unawarded) 45mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: DILIGENTIA VINCIT OMNIA, Reverse: BOLTON WESLEY CIRCUIT SUNDAY SCHOOL COUNCIL S.S. FESTIVAL 1919 EF, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 38mm diameter in bronze Reverse: Britannia stands facing, holding trident, EF, USA (2) Vietnam Service 32mm diameter EF, Statue of Liberty 100th Anniversary 38mm in bronze UNC, Miniature Medals (2) General Service Medal Elizabeth II with Cyprus clasp NEF, George VICoronation medal 1937, in a red box labelled P.C. 875 Boardman, Badges (3) Civil Defence Corps, W.V.S Civil Defence, and Women's Land Army, in mixed grades
Medals George III related, a small group (6) Coronation of George III 1761 The Official Coronation issue, 34mm diameter in silver by L.Natter, CORONAT legend in Exergue, BHM 23, Eimer 694, 16.23 grammes, NVF Ex-brooch mount, Birth of Princess Charlotte 1796 (issued 1817) 22mm diameter in silver, unsigned, Eimer 871, BHM 409 NVF, Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 36mm diameter in bronze by G.F.Pidgeon and J. Philip, Eimer 984a Obverse: Two men stand facing each other, with hands clasped: beyond: five people dancing around a tree, WE ARE ALL BRETHREN, In Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED BY GREAT BRITAIN 1807. Reverse: Arabic inscription (= sales of slaves prohibited in 1807, Christian era, in the reign of George III, Verily we are all brothers), 16.69 grammes, , also listed as a Sierra Leone Penny Token 1807 KM#Tn1.1 (issued 1814), Fine, Death of George III 1820 48mm diameter in bronze by C.H.Kuchler, Eimer 1121, BHM 991 Obverse: Bust left: GEORGIUS III . D:G. BRITANNIARUM REX. FID. DEF. &c. Reverse: PATER: PATRIAE, NATVSIVNIL. IV. CIƆIƆCC XXXVIII . IMPERm. ACCEPIT OCT XXV . CIƆIƆCCLX. EXCESSIT. JAN. XXIX. CIƆIƆCCCXX within a wreath, 58.48 grammes, GVF with some rim nicks, George III Preserved From Assassination 1800 39mm diameter in bronze by C.H.Kuchler, Obverse: Crown below rays within a wreath entwined with a ribbon inscribed GOD GIVE PRAISE, Above: PRESERVED FROM ASSASSINATION Below May 15, 1800, Reverse: An Angel kneeling on a cloud holding a plaque bearing a portrait of the King and protecting it from an arrow by a shield GOD SAVE THE KING. BHM 486, Eimer --, VF, Preliminaries For the Treaty of Amiens 1801 38mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Oval shield of the Union flag mounted on two crossed swords. PRELIMINARIES OF PEACE BETWEEN GREAT BRITAIN AND FRANCE SIGNED OCTOBER 1ft 1801, Reverse: Peace standing, facing, empties her cornucopia on a quay, beyond, ships at sea THEY SHALL PROSPER THAT LOVE THEE, Eimer 935, BHM 516, GVF, along with Medallion of the Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament 1862 46mm x 32mm in white metal VF pierced for suspension at the top
MunichOlympics 1972 Gold Commemorative Medal (.585 stamp) Koln Cathedral obverse, Olympic rings reverse 22mm diameter and mounted on a gold chain, this also marked .585 (total weight 29 grams)
National Edition of Shakespeare's Works 1803 48mm diameter in silver, Eimer 950 by C.H.Kuchler, Obverse: Shakespeare seated upon a rock, flanked by the Dramatic Muse and Genius of Painting. HE WAS A MAN TAKE HIM FOR ALL IN ALL I SHALL NOT LOOK UPON HIS LIKE AGAIN, Reverse: THIS MEDAL REPRESENTING SHAKESPEARE BETWEEN THE DRAMATICK MUSE AND THE GENIUS OF PAINTING IS RESPECTFULLY PRESENTED TO THE PERSON WHOSE NAME IT BEARS IN GRATEFUL COMMEMORATION OF THE GENEROUS SUPPORT GIVEN BY THE SUBSCRIBERS TO THE GREAT NATIONAL EDITION OF THAT IMMORTAL POET BY I. I. & J. N. BOYDELL AND G. & W. NICOL. 1803 Above: Lyre and olive branch, radiate, 38.68 grammes, UNC or near so lustrous and prooflike, the obverse design frosted, in a round shell-type case
Pablo Picasso 1881 El Guernica 80mm diameter in bronze by Jose Moura, Obverse: Portrait of Picasso facing, PABLO PICASSO 1881, Reverse an abstract frieze, numbered 105 and V.M & C.A. LISBOA on edge, 219.53 grammes, UNC
Peace of Utrecht 1713 35mm diameter in silver by J. Croker. Obverse: Bust left, draped and laureate, ANNA D:G. MAG. BRI. FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse: Britannia standing left, holding an olive branch, shield and spear, beyond to the left, ships, and to the right, a farming scene, COMPOSITIS. VENERANTVR . ARMIS, In Exergue: MDCCXIII, Eimer 460, 15.15 grammes, VF with old grey toning
Prince of Wales, Society of Arts Presidents Medal 1863 56mm diameter in bronze by L.C.Wyon Obverse: bust right ALBERT EDWARD PRINCE OF WALES PRESIDENT MDCCCLXIII Reverse: SOCIETY OF ARTS MANUFADTURES AND COMMERCE within a wreath FOUNDED 1754 . INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER 1847 edge: WALTER FLOWETH ITALIAN EXAMINATION 1891. Eimer 1567, BHM 2794, UNC boxed
Prisoner of War Camp, Douglas 1915 45mm diameter in White Metal, Obverse, WELTKRIEG 1914-1915 ERINNIRUNG AN DIE KRIEGSHAFT DOUGLAS ISLE OF MAN, within a wreath, divided by a central band,. Reverse: An encampment of tents and huts, a castle and lighthouse beyond, above: a Triskeles on an escutcheon, all within a border of barbed wire, Integral slot at the top for suspension, Eimer 1945, EF with some thin scratches, scarce and unusual
Prize Medal (unawarded) CalcuttaInternational Exhibition 1883-4 51mm diameter in silver Obverse Gothic style head of Queen Victoria CALCUTTA INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1883-4 Reverse AWARDED TO within a wreath A/UNC lustrous the obverse with prooflike fields
Prize Medals (12) Rochdale Agricultural Show 1904 Best Heavy Horse in Show 45mm diameter in silver A/UNC boxed, the box stained, Royal Tournament 1924 Tug of War 130 Stone, Royal Navy R.N.B. Portsmouth A.B. T. Maguire 32mm diameter in silver EF boxed, Bedfordshire Education Committee (unawarded) with 1909 clasp, by Vaughton, Birmingham, EF boxed, Football medal with Maizena Sports 1957 inscribed on the reverse, EF boxed, The Smallholder Championship Medallion (2) each 45mm diameter in lacquered bronze UNC boxed, The Royal Horticultural Society Sir Joseph Banks Medal (2) 38mm diameter in bronze, the first awarded to Mr.J.Hoade Enfield Highway Co-Operative Hort. Soc 1955, the second awarded by Belling Lee Sports and Social Club Horticultural Sec. to Mr J. Hoade 1956 both A/UNC boxed, Athletics (3) in base metal, Lowfield Relay 1st Team 1953, EF, in a blue E II R Coronation box, Sprint 1 Lap 2nd 1955, EF boxed, 100 Yds. 1954 3rd EF boxed, and Hockey 1st P.V.R Hockey Cup 1908-9 37mm diameter in bronze VF
Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 a ladies medal 32mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Bust of the Queen right, crowned, Reverse: The 25th Year of the Reign of Queen Elizabeth II 6th February 1977 within a wreath, crown at top A/UNC toned in the red Royal Mint box of issue, comes with Book 'Coronation and Commemorative Medals 1887-1977' by Lieut. Colonel Howard N.Cole
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in white metal by F.Bowcher, Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria Left, Crowned, veiled, laureate and draped, dividing TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, above: VICTORIA, below: QUEEN and EMPRESS, Reverse: Four Medalions entwined with ribbons, on which are portraits of Queen Victoria, the Prince of Wales, The Duke of York and Prince Edward, , above; MAY . GOD . PRESERVE . OUR . QUEEN , below: AND . THE . HEIRS . TO . THE . THRONE (25 medals) Eimer 1820, BHM 3528 All Lustrous UNC and pierced with suspension loops, each in a small white box with the round original Spink labels on the lids, comes with old auction label 'Sotheby's Stokesay Country Hose' 30 Sep.1994, the items auctioned in that sale had been put into storage in 1941
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in bronze by G.W.de Saulles (after T.Brock/W.Wyon) Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, The Official Royal Mint issue, 76.62 grammes, UNC or near so with some small spots and light handling marks, in the Royal Mint box of issue
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the Official Royal Mint issue 25mm diameter in silver (2) the first VF boxed, the second Near Fine, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 The Official Royal Mint issue 31mm diameter in silver (2) the first NEF, the second NVF/GF with some scratches George V Silver Jubilee 1935 NEF cleaned, boxed, Coronation of George VI 1937 Britannia stand in a portico, holding flag and crown, 44mm diameter in bronze EF boxed, Coronation of Edward VIII 40mm diameter in base metal pierced for suspension (2) the first EF, the second VF bent with some stains, Investiture of KingCharles III (then Prince Charles) as Prince of Wales 1969 (2) the first the first 38mm diameter in lacquered bronze, the second 32mm diameter by G.Fey in silver? reverse: Caernarvon Castle, EF, Wedding of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips 39mm diameter in silver Prooflike UNC and lustrous
Saudi Arabia - King Faisal Memorial 1905-1975 Obverse: bust left, half facing, Reverse: Palm tree with crossed swords below, 40.36 grammes of 22 carat gold Proof nFDC with practically full mint brilliance
The Duke of Wellington's Victories in India and the Peninsular Warundated (1812) 50mm diameter in White Metal by T. Halliday. Obverse Uniformed Bust of the Duke of Wellington right LORD WELLINGTON, Reverse: A trophy of Arms, with standard behind, within an open laurel wreath, ASSYE . VIMIERA . TALAVERA . BUSACO . BHM 745, 38.76 grammes, EF, listed as rare by BHM
The Marriage of HRH The Prince of Wales and Mrs. Camilla Parker Bowles April 9 2005, 39.94 grammes, in 22 carat Gold Proof FDC cased as issued with certificate, number 0079 of 1000 issued
The Marriage of The Princess Royal and Prince Frederick William of Prussia 1858 42mm diameter in White metal by Messrs. Pinches, Obverse: Heads of Prince Frederick William and Princess Victoria within oval medallions, he bare headed, she wearing a chaplet of roses, thistles and shamrocks, their names above, a torch entwined with ribbon between, Reverse: The shields of the Prince and Princess within open wreath, sun above. MARRIED AT THE CHAPEL ROYAL SAINT JAMES'S JANy.25th 1858, 17.80 grammes, BHM 2326, EF and lustrous
Tunisia, Order of Nichan-Iftikar, 10-pointed silver star alternate arms enamelled red and green , with chiselled rays between the arms, three-looped silver bow, (re-attached) the face with a circular central green enamel, hallmarked 1291 on the reverse (1874) Good Fine with red ribbon
Union of England and Scotland 1707 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 425 Obverse: Bust left draped, ANNA. D:G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB: REG. Reverse: Arms of Britain on escutcheon, supported on a platform inscribed SEMPER EADEM decorated with a rose and thistle, with two infant genii supporting a crown above the arms; collar and George of the Garter below, 14.57 grammes, VF cleaned
USA Centennial Medal 1876 Centennial Exposition 56mm diameter in gilt copper by William Barber, Obverse: Liberty placing wreaths on the heads of Industry and Art. Date below, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE ACT OF CONGRESS JUNE 1874, Reverse: Liberty kneeling with an unsheathed sword, other arm raised toward a sun. THESE UNITED COLONIES ARE, AND OF RIGHT OUGHT TO BE, FREE AND INDEPENDENT STATES. UNC or near so, boxed
Victory of Jutland Bank 1916 22mm diameter in silver, by Spink, Obverse: Two crossed staves displaying the White Ensign and Union flag attached to an upright trident with a shield, inscriber 31 MAY 1916, an anchor below, TO . THE . GLORIOUS . MEMORY . OR . THOSE . WHO . FELL . THAT . DAY Reverse: MAY 31. 1916, THE GERMAN FLEET ATTACKED OFF THE COAST OF JUTLAND AND DRIVEN BACK INTO PORT WITH HEAVY LOSS . ADMIRAL SIR JOHN JELLICOE COMMANDER IN CHIEF , VICE ADMIRAL SIR DAVID BEATTY COMMANDING BATTLR CRUISER FLEET, in a wreath, Eimer 1351, BHM 4124 Good Fine, Frederick the Great - Seven Years War, Battle of Prague 1757, 48mm diameter in bronze by Holtzhey. Obverse: Half-length armoured bust right FRIDERICVS MAGN. D.G.REX. BORVSS.EL.BRAND.DVX.SILES. Reverse: Victory kicks Bohemia, knocking off her crown FAMA PRVDENTIA VIRTVTE. In exergue: AVSTIR-EXERC- PROPE-PRAGEVNDIT-CAESOET-PRAGA OBSESSA VI MAJI MDCCLVII. Olding 604, Fine with a darker toning area on the reverse, Sinking of the S.S. Lusitania 1915, MAY legend Eimer 1941A, 55mm diameter in Iron, by K.Goetz, A/UNC, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 (2) Official Royal Mint issues, 31mm diameter in silver by G.W.de Saulles (2) Eimer 1871b, BHM 3737 both EF, along with Whist tokens (2) each 22mm diameter in brass, in a cylindrical case with a lid made from a bronze Whist token, EF
Westminster Abbey 900th Anniversary 1065 to 1965 57mm diameter in gold Royal Mint issue and in their blue presentation box of issue with certificate signed by the Dean of Westminster 1965 Reverse a view of the Abbey obverse 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 in this large gold format Eimer 2107
York Minster (2) 1829 Choir of York Minster Destroyed by Fire 45mm diameter in White Metal by Barber, Cattle and North, Obverse: View of York Minster In Exergue: YORK MINSTER 1825, Reverse: The interior of the cathedral, In Exergue: THE CHOIR OF YORK MINSTER DESTROYED BY FIRE FEBry 2nd 1829, BHM 1361 UNC or near so with some surface marks and scratches, the fields prooflike, 1829 Choir of York Minster Destroyed by Fire 45mm diameter in White Metal by Hardy Obverse: View of York Minster In Exergue: YORK MINSTER 1829, Reverse: The interior of the cathedral, In Exergue: THE CHOIR OF YORK MINSTER DESTROYED BY FIRE FEBry 2nd 1829, BHM 1360 GEF and lustrous
ZanzibarSailing Club Prize Medal 1905 awarded to Sumbaridi 32mm diameter in silver VF holed, Haymarket Theatre 1778 Second Call Token, uniface Near Fine, as part of a group of Medals and Tokens (138) includes Jubilee and Coronation Medals (not Royal Mint types), a Charles I Rose Farthing, Denmark 5 Kroner 1964 Prooflike UNC, Birmingham Mint Medals (2), a copy of a Five Pounds 1839 in pewter?, a Widows Mite, a wide ranging and interesting mix, in mixed circulated grades
World War I Death Plaque to Robert Gillis, Good Fine with some pitting, World War I Pair to 201369 Cpl. T.Hughes Welsh Regiment VF to GVF, World War I 1914-1948 medal in silver to 37060 G.T. Richardson M.G.C. VF, suspension bar bent, World War I pair to 5052 Sjt. D.B. Hobday Manchester Regiment mounted as worn, World War II 1939-1945 Medals (2) both GVF, World War II Defence Medals 1939-1945 (2) both VF one with some stains, World War II Stars (3) Africa Star, France and Germany Star and 1939-1945 Star VF to GVF, Miniatures World War I trio EF mounted on a small bar, boxed, Replica Miniatures (4) Africa Star, 1939-1945 War Medal, George Medal and IndiaGeneral Service Medal, Kings Medal 1912-1913 awarded by London County Council awarded to C.Passmore EF, USAAsiatic Pacific Campaign 1941-1945 EF, USA World War I Victory Medal EF, Cap Badges (3) RAF, Essex Regiment and Manchester Regiment, VF and a Scots Guards buckle VF
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
A pair of ashtrays each 90mm diameter with a China 'Fat Man' Dollar in the base, Year 3 NVF and Year 10 Fine both with a cleaned appearance, each item stamped TACKHING STERLING O MADE IN HONG KONG
Accessories a wide ranging group includes Carrying cases (3) Abafil (empty) will hold 10 full size trays, Abafil (empty) will hold 20 full size trays, Lindner containing 8 full size trays all in good second-hand condition, Coin and Banknote Albums (17) some empty, some with pages and/or dividers, Lindner Trays (8) with different size inserts, Abafil-style trays (4) different sizes, promoters-style empty display boxes (3), a quantity of Banknote wallets (these appear unused but discoloured) and a small bag of coin capsules, and Book - D-Day The Invasion in Photographs, all in good second-hand condition (Total weight over 40 Kilos). And offered here without reserve
Accessories and Books, includes a small coin cabinet professionally made by Peter Nichols of St. Leonards 210mm x 167mm x 112mm containing 8 trays, all felts intact, lockable with key, Books (8) KrauseWorld Coins 19th Century 7th Edition, Krause World Coins 1987 Edition, Coin Collecting For Amateurs by Peter Alan Rayner 1968 Edition, The Seven Seas Guide to Australian Coins 1981 Edition, Catalogue of the World's Most Popular Coins by Fred Reinfeld and Burton Hobson, Expanded Edition 1965, I-Spy British Coins, and Collector's Coins 2004 Edition by Rotographic, Coin News Magazines issues from 2017 (10) and a display box to hold 12 Crown-sized coins, all in Fair to Good second-hand condition,
Auction Catalogues and Journals (53) a useful selection of includes some important sales, with some 19th Century and early 20th Century, up to 1970s, includes Lockett (5 parts), Noble and Elmore Jones, in mixed condition, generally in line with age
Books (16) mostly banking and banknote-themed titles, as follows:- Inside The Bank Of England by Philip Geddes (1987), A Handbook Of London Bankers by F.G.Hilton Price (1970 reprint), Country Banks Of England And Wales by Margaret Dawes and C.N. Ward-Perkins (Volume 1, 2000), The Banker's Art - Studies In Paper Money edited by Virginia Hewitt, Scottish Banknotes - A Concise History & Price Catalogue 2007 Edition by Richard Dennett (3 copies), Collecting Paper Money by Colin Narbeth (1986), Investing In Paper Money by Kenneth R.Lake (1972), 20th Century Scottish Banknotes by James Douglas, Volume 1, (1984), Standard Catalogue of Malaysia Singapore Brunei Paper Money 13th Edition by Steven Tan (1996), Nothing For Nothing For Nobody- A History of Hertfordshire Banks and Banking by Jack Parker (1986), History of the Bank of England by A.Andreades (1924), Money/Modern Currency And The Regulation Of Its Value/Economic Scares (Volume VII) 1997 Edition by Edwin Cannan, The Currency Of British Colonies by James Pennington (1967 reprint), and Spink Standard Catalogue 41st Edition 2006, all in good second-hand condition
Enamelled (2) Crown 1822 reverse enamelled in 7 colours, with pin brooch mount on the obverse, some scratches, fair workmanship, Shilling 1825 with reverse enamelled in 3 colours, the obverse with the field enamelled in blue, fair workmanship
Lindner Trays (12) with circular slots of red velvet (a variety of sizes) each tray slides into hard Perspex surround which stack to form a cabinet like formation, second hand
Lindner Trays (17) with circular and square slots (mostly square) of red velvet (a variety of sizes) each tray slides into hard Perspex surround which stack to form a cabinet like formation, second hand
Mint Error - Mis-Strike a blank flan in gold in an NGC holder labelled '(1974-1979) G.Britain Gold Conservation Series Planchet (33.3 g - 33.3mm diameter) MINT ERROR, plain edge, the planchet for the popular Conservation series from the 1970s, issued for many different, mostly Commonwealth countries
Mint Error - Mis-StrikeDecimal Five Pence 1992 an off metal strike in bronzed steel? 1.54 grammes, appears About VG but probably around 'as made', an unusual piece
Mint Error - Mis-StrikeFarthing 1694 a double striking, each strike around 1.5mm apart, the reverse with two dates showing VG with some pitting, unusual
Mint Error - Mis-StrikeHalfpenny 1694 Peck 602 a double striking with two date visible around 2mm apart, part of the obverse legend also doubled with the top half of ET. MARI struck twice, Good Fine and unusual
Mint Error - Mis-Strike India 20 Paise Aluminium 1982-1997 a burst flan showing little of the reverse design, the obverse lustrous UNC, an unusual error piece
Mint Error - Mis-Strike India Two Rupees 2003 National Integration an off-metal strike in steel rather than cupro-nickel, struck on a round 26mm flan rather than the standard 11-sided flan, 4.97 grammes, (cupro-nickel standard issue is 6.00 grammes) GEF and highly unusual
Mint Errors - Mis-Strikes (2) Ireland Shilling 1966 an off-metal strike in bronze on a thin flan of 4.02 grammes, A/UNC with some lustre, Ireland Halfcrown 1966 struck on a larger 33.5mm flan the obverse normal, the reverse with a wider rim, the edge milled halfway across, the wider side plain, unusual
Mint Errors - Mis-Strikes (5) Shilling 1915 the obverse laminated with only DEI GR remaining, and a faint outline of the bust where the top surface of the coin is now missing. Penny 1964 struck on a thin flan of 7.54 grammes, Fine. Decimal Five Pence 1980 struck off-centre with a blank crescent-shaped area between 12 and 6 o'clock EF. Decimal Two Pences (2) 1971 with a planchet clip by F.D. Lustrous A/UNC, 1980 weakly struck on a thin and slightly undersized flan, 3.82 grammes EF
Mint Errors - Mis-Strikes India (4) Five Rupees 2003 K.Kamaraj an off-centre strike with around 3mm blank flan covering almost half the coin, in a crescent shape EF. 1975 Ten Paisa 1988 struck around 15% off-centre with around 4mm extra flan showing at the lower part of the reverse, in this area around half of an additional date is visible A/UNC. 50 Paise (2) 1998 and 2002 both struck off-centre each with an area of blank flan of around 4mm covering around half the coin in a crescent shape both UNC or near so and lustrous
Mint Errors - Mis-Strikes Sixpences (2) 1963 and 1966 both struck without a collar each with a raised lip between 1 o'clock and 8 o'clock on the obverse NEF to EF very unusual to find two similar mis-strikes in the same series
Olympics 1948 London, Lapel Badge XIV OLYMPIAD LONDON 1948 either side of Big Ben and the houses of Parliament Olympic 5 rings coloured in exergue on a red card (presumed as issued), Badge XIV OLYMPIAD two tone blue Houses of Parliament LONDON 1948 in exergue suspended from three bars where the pin is mounted the whole still attached to what we presume to be the original presentation card of issue, Round Lapel Badge in monotone bronze LONDON XIVth OLYMPIC GAMES 29 JULY 1948 14 AUGUST surrounding a discus thrower attached to a red card (presumed as issued). These 3 items accompanied by four scrap books containing newspaper cuttings with many black and white pictures of athletes competing. When viewing these London Olympic issues from that austere era just 3 year after World War II one is struck by the comparison between these and the 2012 London Olympic plethora of issues
Pennies 1926-1967 an almost complete date run (no 1950, 1951 or 1953) and Halfpennies 1915-1967 both in 'Sandles' folders (similar to Whitman) in mixed circulated grades, Great Britain 'Sterling Coin Collection' in a Photo frame (9 coins) Halfcrown 1950, Florin 1951, Shilling 1948E, Sixpence 1960, SilverThreepence 1941, Brass Threepence 1953, Penny 1917, Halfpenny 1967 and Farthing 1941 in mixed grades, cleaned, along with Accessories includes Whitman Folders (12), Sovereign cases each to hold 10 Sovereigns, includes some capsules, A small Abafil case includes 2x trays each to hold 6 flips, Westminster and London Mint boxes (10) various sizes, a storage tray to hold 35 coins, Books (4) 'The Battle of Britain - Their Finest Hour, by the London Mint Office (2), A Flying Springbok of Wartime British Skies : A.G.'Sailor' Malan by Professor Bill Nasson, An Iconic Design Remastered by Angela Pistrucci, a hand drawn portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Angela Pistrucci (number 4 of only 90) in folder, A hand drawn Battle of Britain Aircraft by Angela Pistrucci, a DVD The Battle of Britain 1940-2015 by the London Mint Office, and a plastic cabinet with 6 drawers, all in good second-hand condition, (over 12 Kilos), To be collected from our offices only - NO POSTAL SERVICE
Wartime Trench Art (7) some made from bullet casings, includes two items made into knife shapes, one engraved BALKANS, Medals (2) Lusitania 1915 EF, a Bovril medal 40mm diameter in silver, hallmarked 1924 Birmingham, awarded to J.Lawrence EF boxed, a London Transportbadge with yellow roundel, in silver hallmarked 1969, a British Railways cap badge, a German Nazi Gau Munchen badge 1933 by Deschler & Sohn, GB Military Button Hertfordshire Rifle Volunteers, by Firmin & Sons, London, an Army Service Corps cap badge, and a pin badge in brass showing a hot air balloon surrounded by upright wings, in good second-hand condition, along with German Crimea Shields 1941-1942 (2) Fine to VF
Algeria - Ottoman (2) 1/6 Budju Mahmud II (1808-1830, AH1223-AH1246) AH1245 KM#77 VG scarce, Half Budju Selim III (1789-1807, AH1203-1222AD) AH1218 KM#45 Fine on an irregularly shaped flan, as often, scarce
AustraliaFlorins (2) 1927 Parliament House KM#31 GEF and lustrous with some light contact marks, 1951 50th Year Jubilee KM#47 UNC or near so and lustrous
AustraliaShillings (2) 1912 KM#26 Fine, scarce and 1915 KM#26 Near Fine/Fine, Very Rare, one of the key date/type combinations in the series, comes with old ticket showing purchase price of $2 in 1975
AustraliaSovereign 1860 Sydney Branch Mint Marsh A365, GVF/NEF with some contact marks and some gentle edge bruises, all Sydney Branch Mint issues hard to find in grades above VF
AustraliaThreepence 1921 (m) KM#24 GEF/AU and lustrous with two edge nicks, rare in high grades, our archive database stretching back to 2003 shows that this is the first example we have offered
AustraliaThreepence 1925 AU/UNC and lustrous, the reverse particularly attractive, Australian silver rarely seen in this high grade, very desirable thus
Austrian NetherlandsKronenthaler 1765 KM#21 Fine, German States - Alsace Thaler 1621 Straight ruffled collar with date behind bust KM#B257.1 Good Fine, Ex-jewellery with an area of flan damage to the shield
BelgiumOne Franc (3) 1880 50th Anniversary of Independence KM#38 UNC or very near so with minor tone spots, 1886 Second 8 over 6, French Legend KM#28.1 UNC and lustrous with some minor flecks of toning,1887 Dutch Legend, No Period in signature, the W of WIENER has the left arm almost missing, KM#29.2 NEF/EF with light golden tone
Canada25 Cents 1872H KM#5 NEF with some lustre, the reverse with a pleasing green and gold tone, the obverse with some thin scratches and contact marks, Canadian Victorian silver seldom seen in grades above Fine
CanadaOne Cent (2) 1884 KM#7 A/UNC with traces of lustre and a corrosion spot in the reverse rim, 1909 KM#8 UNC with good lustre and some red toning in the reverse legend
CanadaOne Dollar 1947 Pointed 7 in date, KM#37 in an NGC holder and graded MS63+, one of the key date/variety combinations in the series and seldom seen
China (2) Kiangnan Province Dollar 1904 HAH CH Y#145a.2, Fine and unevenly toned, with some chopmarks, Republic Dollar undated (1927) Memento Y#318a.1 VG the obverse worn at 3 and 9 o'clock
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