Punniar Star 1843, Gwalior Campaign, bronze with silver centre, awarded to Private Timothy Bergin, 50th Queen's Own Regiment, Near VF. The bronze from these medals were struck from guns captured at the battles of Maharajpoor and Gwalior, thus anticipating the production of the Victoria Cross in the same manner.
Empress of India Medal 1877, 57mm diameter in silver, by G.G.Adams, with suspension clasp and neck ribbon, unnamed as issued, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left, VICTORIA 1st January 1877, Reverse: EMPRESS OF INDIA, with the same inscription above and below, in Urdu and Devanagari, NEF/GVF cleaned, with some contact marks and hairlines, comes in a presentation box
Maharajpoor Star 1843, Gwalior campaign, bronze with silver centre, unnamed, reverse with clip mount to be worn as a breast presentation, GVF with attractive dark tone, comes with split ring and ribbon. The bronze from these medals were struck from guns captured at the battles of Maharajpoor and Gwalior, thus anticipating the production of the Victoria Cross in the same manner.
Coronations and Jubilees (3) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, 83.68g, EF with some hairlines and contact marks, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 The Official Royal Mint issue, 57mm diameter in silver, by P.Metcalfe, Eimer 2029a, BHM 4249, 86.38 grammes, UNC, Coronation of George VI 1937 57mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by P.Metcalfe, Eimer 2046a, BHM 4314, 90.897 grammes, all unboxed
Coronations and Jubilees (4) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in bronze (2) The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, the first 73.23 grammes, GEF, the second 77.88 grammes, VF with some contact marks, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 The Official Royal Mint issues, by G.W. de Saulles, Eimer 1871, BHM 3737, the first 81.09 grammes, A/UNC with traces of lustre, the second 80.52 grammes, A/UNC with traces of lustre, all unboxed
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver by G.W De Saulles (after T.Brock/W.Wyon) Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, The Official Royal Mint issue, 79.42 grammes, A/UNC nicely toned, the obverse with some contact marks, in the red Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issues (2) Eimer 1817a, the first 84.02 grammes, NEF with a field scratch and some gentle edge bruises, the second 85.64 grammes, Fine, the edge with some flattening at the top, possibly once in jewellery, both in the red Royal Mint boxes of issue
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver by G.W De Saulles (after T.Brock/W.Wyon) Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, The Official Royal Mint issue, 85.06 grammes, EF with some light scuffs, in the red Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issues (2) Eimer 1817a, the first 75.35 grammes, UNC with two small spots, the second 72.73 grammes, EF and nicely toned, both in the red Royal Mint boxes of issue, the second in the original paper envelope
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, 74.39 grammes, UNC or very near so, nicely toned, one tiny spot below the bust on the obverse barely detracts, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
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, 75.41 grammes, UNC or very near so, nicely toned, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Coronation of George VI 1937 - The Jewish Orphanage, Norwood 28mm diameter Gilt bronze BHM 4360 EF with traces of old lacquering, rare, Visit of Prince Arthur to Birminghamundated (1872) 29mm diameter in bronze BHM 2936 NVF holed, rare, Royal Visit to Germany 1845 39mm diameter in White Metal, by Allen & Moore, Obverse: conjoined busts left, QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT, Reverse: A winged female figure, facing above two shields which she festoons ROYAL VISIT TO GERMANY Exergue: AUGUST 1845, Eimer 1396, Good Fine/NVF, Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 38mm diameter in White Metal by J. Moore, Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE JUBILEE REIGN OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA 1837 - 1887. Reverse: VICTORIA E.I. BORN MAY 24 1819 ASCENDED JUNE 20, 37 CROWNED JUNE 28. 38 MARRIED FEB 10.40 JUBILEE 1887 within a wreath displaying colonial shields Eimer 1738 NVF/VF
Victoria-related (4) Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 The Official Royal Mint issue 25mm diameter in silver (2) both Good Fine, Royal Jubilee Exhibition Manchester 1887 45mm diameter in white metal by Ralph Heaton & Sons, Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled ROYAL JUBILEE EXHIBITION MANCHESTER 1887, Reverse: A view of the Exhibition building OPENED BY T.R.H. THE PRINCE & PRINCESS OF WALES MAY 3rd 1887, BHM 3346 NEF with some spots, Queen Victoria Visit to Sheffield/Town Hall Opening 1897 51mm diameter in white metal by F.Bowcher/Spink & Son, Obverse: Bust left crown, laureate draped and veiled VICTORIA D:G: BRITT: REGINA F:D: IND: IMP: with MDCCCXCVII below, Reverse: View of the Town Hall building, on a ribbon in the field to the right: SHEFFIELD TOWN HALL OPENED BY H.M. QUEEN VICTORIA 21st MAY 1897 BHM 3604, NEF with some contact marks and a thin scratch on the obverse
Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 the Official Royal Mint issue, 77mm diameter in silver by J.Boehm, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, Obverse: left facing bust VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX , Reverse: Enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art, opposite those of Industry and Agriculture. At their feet below Empire are Mercury reclining and Time, with the five interlinked shields below ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, and AFRICA , Bright EF with some hairlines, the reverse with some scratches at the top
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver by G.W.de Saulles (after T.Brock) The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, 84.33 grammes, UNC or very near so, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by T.Brock, after W.Wyon, Eimer 1817, BHM 3506, 85.00 grammes, UNC in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Queens of the British Isles 1977 a 9-medal set by the Birmingham Mint each medal 45mm diameter in sterling silver, the reverses commemorating Margaret, Maid of Norway 1283-1290, Queen Mary I 1516-1558, Queen Elizabeth I 1533-1603, Lady Jane Grey 1537-1554, Mary Queen of Scots 1542-1587, Queen Mary II 1662-1694, Queen Anne 1665-1714, Queen Victoria 1819-1901 and Queen Elizabeth II 1926-present, total weight 364 .13 grammes of silver, nFDC to FDC in the box of issue with certificate
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
Medals a mixed group (14) 1897-1969 includes 1897 Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee, 39mm diameter in white metal BHM 3590, VF pierced for suspension, Medalet 1900 Queen Victoria Visit to Ireland 16mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension loop, 1901 Accession of Edward VII 28mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension loop, 1902 Coronation 35mm diameter by E. Fuchs, Eimer 1870 Good Fine, 1907 Opening of the Queen Alexandra Dock 51mm diameter by Spiridon & Son, Cardiff, Eimer 1900 GVF with patchy tone, 1911 Coronation of George V 32mm diameter in bronze, struck by the makers of Elect Cocoa UNC with suspension loop and ribbon, 1911 Coronation of George V - City of Birmingham issue 35mm diameter in bronze signed W.J.D GVF, pierced for suspension, 1935 George V Silver Jubilee Octagonal - County of Middlesex (2) the first 39mm diameter in white metal GVF with suspension loop, the second 32mm diameter in white metal EF, with suspension loop and ribbon, 1935 George V Silver Jubilee 35mm diameter in bronze Nottingham County Council Education committee GVF pierced for suspension, 1937 Coronation of Edward VIII 39mm diameter in base metal .British Made' EF pierced for suspension, 1937 Coronation of Edward VIII 39mm diameter in base metal 'British Made' Fine pierced for suspension with ribbon, 1969 Investiture of the Prince of Wales 31mm diameter in bronze Eimer 2116 EF and lustrous, and 1907 London County Council Punctual Attendance Medal awarded to K.Garbett EF
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in bronze by G.W.de Saulles (after T.Brock) The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, 78.33 grammes, NEF with some small spots, in the red Royal Mint box of issue, the box with some stains
Royal Exchange Opened 1844 Eimer 1390, BHM 2173 51mm diameter in white metal by Allen&Moore, Obverse: Conjoined draped busts of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the Queen diademed, QUEEN VICTORIA & PR. ALBERT in a crowned open wreath on a wide border, Reverse: View of the Royal Exchange building NEW ROYAL EXCHANGE LONDON, FOUNDED BY SIR THOMAS GRESHAM KNT:1566 etc. In Exergue: FIRST STONE LAID JAN 19 1842 BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT, OPENED BY H.M.G.M. VICTORIA OCTr 28 1844, GVF
Coal Exchange Opened 1849, 89mm diameter in bronze by B.Wyon, Eimer 1435, BHM 2357, Welch 6, Obverse: Central portrait medallion of Victoria, surrounded by those of Prince Albert, The Prince of Wales and The Princess Royal, NEW COAL EXCHANGE OPENED OCT 30th 1849 BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT ON BEHALF OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA. Reverse: Interior of the Coal Exchange, with heraldic devices on either side, Below: City of London Shield and motto, THE Rt Hon'ble SR JAMES DUKE LORD MAYOR JOHN WOOD ESQre CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITEE - JAMES B. BUNNING ESQre ARCHITECT, UNC or near so with a few scattered spots, in a Corporation of the City of London box, only 350 issued
Medals Tokens and more a varied group, comprising Medals (7) Cambridge University 1855 50mm diameter in bronze GVF, Paris Universal Exposition/ D'Honneur a Alexandre 1855 50mm diameter in brass Fine, Good Conduct/Reward of Merit 45mm diameter in bronze by Allman, London EF, Sheffield Union of the Order of Druids 53mm diameter in white metal GVF holed, Israel - Israel's 20th Anniversary 1948-1968 60mm diameter in brass GVF, Prize Medals (2) Corporation of the City of Manchester 56mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Awarded to J.G.Stark and Co. for Cox's . Save All Stove price £6-6-0 EF, Gardener - Prestwood 51mm diameter in brass, awarded to George Salter ESQ. / F.Watkiss Reverse: A basket of flowers NEF with a few tone spots, Prize medals (7) GB, France and Germany, GB includes Golf, Cricket and Athletics, most in silver with some hallmarked, France Ministry of Commerce and Industry (awarded 1903) and Germany Friedrich Von Schiller/ Bell Ringers Fine to GVF, Shilling VictoriaJubilee Head enamelled in 5 colours, Fair workmanship, South Africa Shilling 1896 Fine, brooch mounted, Brazil 1000 Reis 1901 Near Fine with brooch mount and pin, Theatre Tokens (7) The Armada - Drury Lane 1888 VF, holed, Wyndham's Jelfs - Gerald du Maurier (2), in copper VF, in brass Good Fine, Prince of Wales, London - The Golden Parisian Revue, Good Fine, Admittance tokens (3) 1817/Paid, Inn and Pub Tokens (4) all undated, Five Pence Black Lion/Bishop Good Fine, Threepence Albion Hotel - Val Watkins, and 2 1/2 Pence Albion Hotal - Val Watkins (2) VF to GVF, Hampshire undated Floating Bridge Company - Gosport side Fine
World Medals (3) Argentina Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Argentina issue 34mm diameter in silver by J.D (?) Eimer 1822 Obverse: Bust of the Queen, left, veiled, SEMPER HONOR, NOMENQUE TUUM LAUDESQUE MANEBUNT 1837-1897. Rev: Flags of Great Britain and Argentina, crossed, IN COM. LX ANN. ACC. VICTORIAE BRITT. REG. IND. IMP. BUENOS AIRES. 20.21 grammes, Lustrous GEF, Germany (2) 1927D Five Marks Medallic issue Paul von Hindenburg 80th Birthday X#1, in .900 silver, 24.75 grammes, VF, FrankfurtShooting Medal 1887 40mm diameter in silver by Lauer Obverse: NEUNTES . DEUTSCHES . BUNDS . & JUBILAUMSSCHEN * FRANKFURT * A/M, 25.92 grammes, NEF
Department of Science and Art, Queen's Medal 1856 54mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon Obverse: VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QVEEN MDCCCLVI, Reverse: LOCAL PRIZE FOR SVCCESS IN ART AWARDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND ART, within a wreath, Eimer 1511, 77.95 grammes, EF
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 74mm diameter in White metal by G.R.Collis Obverse: Head of Queen Victoria left, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIARUM REGINA F:D: Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned, on a high rock, being crowned by the Archbishop, Scotia, Britannia and Hibernia before her. Below: Neptune and Mercury kneeling with cornucopia at base of rock, with sea and ships in the distance, In Exergue: ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20 1837. CROWNED JUNE 28 1838 in three lines, 129.47 grammes, Eimer 1310, BHM 1805 (listed as RR) VF toned with some edge bruises and surface porosity
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in Gold, weight 94.98 grammes, Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, Choice UNC with the odd tiny edge nicks, desirable in high grade, these large Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue.
Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 the Official Royal Mint issue, 77mm diameter in silver by J.Boehm/ F.Leighton, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, WE 2000, Obverse: left facing bust VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX , Reverse: Enthroned figure of Empire facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters, and Art, left opposite these of Industry and Agriculture, at their feet below Empire, are Mercury reclining, and Time. Above: Two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and VRI in a wreath, between IN COMMEMORATION. In Exergue: Five interlinked shields inscribed ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, and AFRICA, a high grade example, 217.00 grammes, practically UNC and lustrous with some light hairlines, in the red presentation case and accompanied by the descriptive card
ArgentinaBattle of Tucuman 1812 General Manuel Belgrano 48mm diameter, weight 48.91 grammes, Rosa 93. Struck in Potosi, Bolivia, Obverse: BAIO LA PROTECCION DE NUESTRA SENORA DE MERCEDES GENERALADEL EXERCITO with VICTORIA DEL 24 DE SEPTEMBRE within a wreath, Reverse: TUCUMAN SEPULCRO DE LA TIRANIA within a wreath, Edge reads ***VIVA LA RELIGION LA PATRIA Y LA UNION***. Good Fine. Cataloguer's note General Manuel Belgrano was a founding figure in the Wars of Argentinian Independence. At the battle of Tucuman, General Belgrano led the Army of the North, and defeated the Royalist Troops, led by General Pio de Tristan, who had a two-to-one advantage in numbers, thus halting the royalist advance on the North West of Argentina. This together with the Battle of Salta on 20 February 1813 allowed the Argentine troops to reaffirm the borders under their control. The cruiser ARA General Belgrano which was sunk during the Falklands War 1982 was named after him as was the earlier 1896 ARA General Belgrano, as well as Puerto Belgrano, the largest base of the Argentinian Navy. Many other small towns and departments also bear his name. These facts alone link the medal indirectly to many different historical events
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the Official Royal Mint issue 25mm diameter in Gold, weight 12.81 grammes, Eimer 1817b, BHM 3506, UNC with some edge nicks, GEF/AU with thin scratch in the obverse field, the Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue.
Mayoralty of the City of London 700th Anniversary 1889, 81mm diameter in bronze by A.Kirkwood & Son, Eimer 1752, BHM 3377, Welch 23, Obverse: Busts, crowned and draped, of RICHARD I. 1189 and VICTORIA 1889, facing each other, within two open circular frames; a vignette of seven interlaced circles, above, and one of St. George and the Dragon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE 700th ANNIVERSARY OF THE MAYORALTY OF THE CITY OF LONDON . MDCCCLXXXIX. Reverse: Londinia seated, right, receives symbols of Mayoralty from St. Michael standing before her; above, a radiate crown. Beyond: St. Paul's and the Tower. THE POWERS THAT BE ARE ORDAINED OF GOD. In Exergue: 1189-1889 UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 36mm diameter in silver by B.Pistrucci, Eimer 1315, BHM 1801, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left, draped and wearing a bandeau VICTORIA D.G. BRITANNIARUM REGINA F:D: Reverse: Victoria enthroned left, receives a crown from Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, ERIMUS TIBI NOBILE REGNUM, In Exergue: INAUGURATA DIE JUNII XXVIII MDCCCXXXVIII EF and lustrous with some hairlines, in the box of issue
Commemorative Medals a mixed group (7) includes George V Silver Jubilee 1935 31mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, A/UNC boxed, George VI and Queen Elizabeth 1937 Coronation 32mm diameter UNC in matt silver boxed, VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 36mm in bronze by Pinches NEF, Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 38mm in bronze EF, Coronation of George VI and Queen Elizabeth Coronation 1937 45mm in bronze, Germany 1988 350th Anniversary of the Marien column 35mm diameter in .999 silver UNC boxed, and Prize Medals (21) includes City and Guilds Medal Eimer 1684 UNC in silver, boxed, awarded to Olive Vera Girt for Ladies and Children's Tailoring, holed and repaired on the edge UNC boxed, Daily Mirror Diamond Jubilee 1963 Chairman Cecil Harmsworth King 56mm in bronze, H.J.Bostock 1870-1956 40 Years Service - Lotus Ltd. 51mm in bronze by J.Pinches UNC, Achievements of Widnes Celebrations 1974 44mm diameter in silver EF, Galashiels Academy 39mm diameter UNC boxed, The Oliver Science Medal, awarded to George Oliver 1923, GEF boxed, Devon Bakers Exhibition 1935 awarded to J.Wildgoose 28mm in silver EF boxed, Leeds and District Master Bakers 38mm in silver awarded to J.Wildgoose Macaroon Goods 1937 UNC boxed, a 2-medal award set Proficiency in Holy Scripture, 51mm in silver by A.Wyon awarded to Mabel Williams 1911 and 51mm in bronze by A.Wyon awarded to Doris Williams 1911 along with others of a sporting and academic theme many of these EF or better and boxed
Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837, 55mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Eimer 1304, BHM 1775, Welch 5, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left, diademed VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: Façade of the Guildhall, In Exergue: IN HONOUR OF HER MAJESTY'S VISIT TO THE CITY OF LONDON 9th NOV : 1837, NEF with some small edge nicks, in a modern presentation box
Epping Forest, Royal Visit and Dedication 1882, 75mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, Eimer 1689, BHM 3128, Welch 17, Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria, left, crowned, veiled and draped, with a continuous border of roses, thistles and shamrocks. Reverse: Londonia standing opposite the Queen, seated, holds open a gate at the edge of a forest, allowing passage along it's winging pathway. The reverse legend not struck, 173.33 grammes, otherwise VF/GVF a curious piece
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 74mm diameter in Bronze, by G.R.Collis, Eimer 1310, BHM 1805, WE 95, Obverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIARUM REGINA F:D:, Reverse: Victoria enthroned, upon an island rock, is crowned by Archbishop and attended by Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, with Neptune and Mercury seated at the base. In Exergue: ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20. 1837. CROWNED JUNE 28. 1938. , 193.04 grammes, NEF with some dark tone areas on the obverse, in the brown box of issue, BHM lists the bronze type as R2
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 36mm diameter in silver by W.Wyon, Eimer 1294, BHM 1745A, Obverse Bust of Victoria, left, with a wreath of roses in her hair, no legend, Reverse: HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS VICTORIA BORN XXIV MAY MDCCCXXIX within a wreath, 28.03g, NEF cleaned, with hairlines, in a contemporary brown box
Blackfriars Bridge and Holborn Valley Viaduct Opened 1869 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, issued by the Corporation of LondonEimer 1604, BHM 2906, WE 1126, Welch 11, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REGINA F:D: Reverse: City shield in the centre linking two wreaths, each containing a view. HOLBORN VIADUCT above and BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE below. Londinia, left, with a scroll inscribed OPENED NOV.6 and Britannia, right, 1869 at the top UNC with a small spot in the obverse field, in the original Corporation of the City of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 struck, Ex-London Coins Auction A161 2/6/2018 Lot 953 hammer price £280
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 77mm diameter in Bronze The official Royal Mint issue by J.E.Boehm/F Leighton, Obverse: Bust left Crowned and Veiled. VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX. Reverse Enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art left, opposite those of Industry and Agriculture right, at their feet below Empire are Mercury reclining and Time Above two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and V.R.I in a wreath between . IN. COMMEMORATION. Exergue. Five linked shields inscribed ASIA AMERICA EUROPE AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA, A/UNC and attractively toned, in the official red box of issue
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the Official Royal Mint issues (2) the first 56mm diameter in silver, weight 82.61 grammes Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506 UNC or very near so with a few small rim nicks and the odd contact mark, the second 56mm diameter in bronze, Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506 weight 72.76 grammes UNC with a spot in the obverse field, each in the red Royal Mint boxes of issue
Coronation and Jubilee Medals (4) 1897 Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 56mm diameter in bronze, the Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817a, BMC 3506, 74.35 grammes, About EF/EF the obverse with some scratches. 1902 Coronation of Edward VII (2) 56mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1871a, the first GEF, the second EF with a tone spot on either side. 1911 Coronation of George V 51mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1922a GEF, minor friction to the highest points only, the fields excellent, all medals in the Royal Mint boxes of issue
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 64mm diameter in White Metal by J.Davis, BHM 1809, Obverse: Victoria enthroned, being crowned by Archbishop in the coronation ceremony, H.M.G MAJESTY VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819 ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20th 1837, Reverse: A map of the British Isles, with counties numbered, EF and lustrous, Rare
Queen Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837 61mm diameter in bronze by J.Barber, Eimer 1303, BHM 1772, WE 62, Obverse: Bust of Victoria, left., crowned, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA, below: PUBLISHED BY GRIFFITH & HYAMS, Reverse: Victoria standing beneath a canopy, attended by Britannia, is welcomed by the Lord Mayor, City Arms above, WELCOME, In Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTYS. VISIT. TO THE. CITY. OF. LONDON. NOVr 9th 1837 THE RIGHT HONORle JOHN. COWAN. LORD. MAYOR, GVF in red box with gilt lettering on the lid
A group of medals in white metal (7) 1827 Death of George Canning, Eimer 1195, BHM 1304 NEF and lustrous, 1830 Death of George IV, Reverse: a crowned urn on a plinth, inscribed DIED JUNE 26th 1830, UNC or near so with good lustre, 1831 Coronation of William IVEimer 1250, BHM 1485 NEF, 1842 Thames Tunnel Completed, 44mm diameter by Davis, Birmingham, GVF with some lustre, 1843 Thames Tunnel Opened, 38mm by J.Taylor, Birmingham, EF and lustrous with some contact marks, Ten Hours Bill 1848 Eimer 14213, BHM 2306, 39mm diameter, by Green & Co. London, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left GOD SAVE THE QUEEN ROYAL ASCENT 8th JUNE 1847, Reverse: a family seated around a table, In Exergue: EVENINGS AT HOME/TEN HOURS BILL/1st MAY 1848, NVF, and Death of Queen Victoria 1901 39mm diameter in aluminium, GVF
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 53mm diameter in white metal by G.R.Collis, BHM 1734, unlisted by Eimer, Obverse: draped bust of Princess Victoria, facing three-quarters left, hair in coif, TO COMMEMORATE H.R.H. THE PRINCESS VICTORIA ATTAINING THE 18 YEAR OF HER AGE 24 MAY 1837, SPES ALMA RERUM in field, Reverse: Piety and Britannia seated on a pyramid on which there are three helmets, with the British lion passant before them, ILLA FIDEM, FIDES ILLAM, DEFENDAT, A/UNC and lustrous, in a contemporary round card box, rare, most commemorative issues for this type have the head facing right, of comparable quality to the online image of the British Museum example
Jubilee and Coronation medals (3) Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in bronze by G.W. de Saulles, (after T.Brock/W.Wyon) Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, the Official Royal Mint issue, UNC the reverse with a few small spots. Coronation of Edward VII 1902 55mm diameter in bronze by G.W.de Saulles, Eimer 1871, BHM 3737, the Official Royal Mint issue, GEF. Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in bronze by B.Mackennal, Eimer 1922a, BHM 4022, the Official Royal Mint issue, UNC or near so, with small carbon spots, each medal in the respective Royal Mint box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver by G.W. de Saulles, (after T.Brock/W.Wyon) Eimer 1817a, BHM 3506, the Official Royal Mint issue, attractively toned, in a large NGC holder and graded MS62, comes with the original Royal Mint red box
India, East Indian Railway opened to Rajmahal, 1860, 73mm diameter in silver, unsigned (after W. Wyon), Obverse: Coroneted head of Victoria, left, VICTORIA REGINA Reverse: THE ESAT INDIAN RAILWAY PROJECTED BY ROWLAND MACDONALD STEPHENSON, GEORGE TURNBULL BEING CHIEF ENGINEER WAS COMMENCVED IN THE XVth YEAR OF THE REIGN OF VICTORIA, JAMES ANDREW MARQUIS OF DALHOUSIE K.T. BEING GOVERNOR GENERAL OF INDIA; AND WAS OPENED TO RAJMAHALIN THE XXIVth YEAR OF THE SAME GRACIOUS REIGN : CHARLES JOHN EARL CANNING. C.C.B. BEING VICEROY AND GOVERNOR GENERAL. A.D. MDCCCLX. Legend in 16 lines, Outer legend PROSPER THOU THE WORK OF OUR HANDS UPON US! O PROSPER THOU OUR HANDY-WORK . Ps.XC. Named to W. Parker Inspector and Platelayer N.W.P. October 15th 1860, Pudd. 860.2, 90.83 grammes, VF lightly cleaned, now colourfully retoned
A group of medals in white metal (5) comprising (1) British Army Enters Madrid 1812, 45mm diameter in white metal, Eimer 1025, BHM 737 by T.Wyon Snr./P.Wyon Obverse: Bust left, LIEUT. GEN. MARQUIS WELLINGTON. K.B. &c.&c. MDCCCXII Reverse: Garlanded Shields of Britain, Portugal and Spain, upon a plinth inscribed VIMEIRA/TALAVERA/BUSACO/CIUDAD RODRIGO/BADAJOZ/SALAMANCA amidst military trophies, ENTER'D MADRID AUGUST XII, NVF, (2) George III, Obsequies 1820 45mm diameter in white metal, unsigned, Eimer 1126, BHM 1006, Obverse: Bust left, uniformed Bust GEORGE III DIED JAN. 29. 1820 IN THE 82 YEARS OF HIS AGE & 60 OF HIS REIGN. Reverse: A Funerary urn upon a tomb. IN MEMORY OF HIS OBSEQUIES AT WINDSOR FEB. 16. 1820 VF/GVF, (3) Salisbury Cathedral undated (c.1830) 50mm diameter in white metal by Halliday BHM 1469, Obverse: View of the cathedral In Exergue SALISBURY CATHEDRAL, Reverse: The Interior of the cathedral, In Exergue: THE CHOIR OF SALISBURY CATHEDL. VF, (4) Marriage of Princess Victoria to Frederick William of Prussia 1858 Eimer 1517, BHM 2627, 38mm diameter in white metal by J.Hinks, Birmingham, Obverse Busts left, conjoined, the Princess laureate, THE PRINCE OF PRUSSIA & THE PRINCESS ROYAL OF ENGLAND, Reverse: Conjoined shields, within a wreath JANy.25. 1858 EF and lustrous, (5) William ShakespeareTercentenary of his Birth 1864 51mm diameter in white metal, by Ottley, Birmingham, Obverse Bust almost facing SHAKESPEARE . BORN 23 APRIL 1564. DIES 23 APRIL 1616. Reverse: A view of Shakespeare's Birthplace . THE TERCENTENARY OF THE BIRTH OF SHAKESPEARE CELEBRATED 23 APRIL 1864 In Exergue: HIS BIRTH PLACE STRATFORD-ON-AVON EF and lustrous
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 74mm diameter in White Metal, by G.R.Collis, Eimer 1310, BHM 1805, WE 95, Obverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIARUM REGINA F:D:, Reverse: Victoria enthroned, upon an island rock is crowned by Archbishop and attended by Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, with Neptune and Mercury seated at the base. In Exergue: ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20. 1837. CROWNED JUNE 28. 1938. EF and highly lustrous, with some contact marks, we note BHM lists the bronze type as R2.
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver, the Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817, BMC 3506, 83.71 grammes, GEF/EF and attractively toned, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Death of Queen Victoria 1901 65mm diameter in bronze, by Messrs L.C.Lauer, Eimer 1855, BHM 3689, WE 1942, Obverse: Bust left, Crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA. QUEEM. OF. GREAT. BRITAIN. EMPR: OF. INDIA, Reverse: A reclining female figure, winged, regards a plaque decorated with a Young Head of the Queen. To the left, the Houses of Parliament, BORN MAY 24th 1819 DIED JANUARY 22d 1901, EF with some toning and two small edge nicks. (Note: Very few medals commemorate the Death of Queen Victoria)
Queen Victoria 70th Birthday 1889 65mm diameter in gilt bronze by Messrs. L.C.Lauer, Obverse: Bust three-quarters left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN EMPRESS OF INDIA, Reverse: Britannia seated on a parapet, beside a lion, and holding the British Arms, 1889 in the field above. As Eimer 1747, BHM 3365, WE1586, but these three publications do not list a gilt bronze example. 114.75 grammes, Near EF with some edge nicks, presumably Very Rare
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 51mm diameter in White Metal by Davis, Birmingham, BHM 1738, Obverse: Bust Three-quarters right, head almost facing, her hair in chignons and ringlets H.R.H PRINCESS ALEXANDRINA VICTORIA. Reverse: Princess Victoria seated facing right, is attended by Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia, presenting a scroll to the Princess, Fame above, holds a scroll bearing the legend ENGLAND'S HOPE, EF and lustrous
Medalets in copper and brass (23) George III and Queen CharlotteMarriage 1761 Fine, Death of Caroline, Queen Consort of George IV 1821 (2) GVF and NEF, Coronation of George IV (3) the first in copper, Fine, the second in brass NVF with some scratches, the third in copper NVF, all different, Grimshaw Esq. Mayor of Preston 1822 Fine, holed, Death of the Earl of Beaconsfield 1881 Fine, Death of George IV 1820 VF, Coronation of William IV 1831 Fine, Death of Frederick, Duke of York 1827 NEF, Preliminaries of Peace between Great Britain and France 1801 VF, Death of Nelson 1805 Fine, holed, Coronation of Queen Victoria (2) 1838 Fine, and 1838 VF (both different), Marquis Wellington 1814 (2) one in copper Good Fine, the other in brass Fine, holed, Preliminaries of Peace 1814 GVF holed, France (4) Louis XV 1743 Cardinal Fleury VF, Louis XVI 1788 Royal token, Good Fine, Charles X 1825 Royal Token 1825 Good Fine, cleaned, Death of Ferdinand, Duke of Orleans undated (1825) 12-sided, Fine, possibly ex-mount, and a fantasy copy of Queen Anne Coronation medal this 25mm diameter in brass, Fine
Victorian Exhibition medals (5) an interesting selection comprising (1) Crystal Palace 1854 41mm diameter in bronze by Messrs. J.Pinches, Eimer 1487b, BHM 2549, Obverse: A female figure, lamb and helmet at her feet, opens the doors of Industry and Science to the Exhibition, Reverse: A view of the exhibition building, CRYSTAL PALACE OPENED MDCCCLIV, EF, we note an example sold by Heritage in December 2019 NGC MS64 realised $1080 inclusive of buyers premium, (2)The International Exhibition of 1862, 54mm diameter in white metal by Ottley, Birmingham, BHM 2735, Obverse: Bust left in Gothic style, H.M.G. MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA, Reverse: Fame with a wreath flying over a view of the exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OF 1862, In Exergue: OPENED 1st MAY 1862 DESIGNED BY CAPTAIN FOWKE R.E ERECTED BY MESSRS KELK AND LUCAS GEF and lustrous in the original card box of issue, (3) The International Exhibition 1872 30mm diameter in white metal by J.S.Wyon and A.B.Wyon Sr. Lustrous UNC in the round card box of issue, (4) The Victorian Era Exhibition Earls Court Medal 1897, 51mm diameter in white metal, by F.Bowcher, BHM 3624, A/UNC and lustrous, in the red Spink case of issue, (5) The International Exhibition 1862 36mm diameter in white metal, by Dowler, Birmingham, Obverse: A globe with 1862 on a ribbon, surrounded by a wreath TO COMMEMORATE THE OF THE ARTS AND INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS, Reverse: View of the Exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION BUILDING (WEST FRONT VIEW) OPENED MAY 1st 1862, In Exergue: LENGTH 1200 FT, WIDTH 700 FT. HEIGHT 100 FT. NAVE 85 FT. WIDE, HEIGHT OF DOMES 250 FT. DIAM. AT BASE 160 FT. COST £300,000., EF and lustrous, holed, in the original shell
Birth of Victoria, Princess Royal 1840 46mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT OF SAXE COBURG & GOTHA MARRIED FEBRUARY 10th 1840., Reverse: Britannia, seated, holds the infant Princess, the scene blessed by a priest, a winged figure in the centre, BHM 1954, rated RRRR by BHM, NEF
Queen Victoria (2) Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 42mm diameter in White Metal by W.J.Taylor, BHM 1837, WE 129b, Obverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, VICTORIA BRITANNIA REGINA, Reverse: Equestrian figure of a knight, having thrown down the gauntlet FOR THE QUEEN In Exergue: CORONATION 1838 VF, the 'Young Head to left' type listed at Extremely Rare by BHM, Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 Obverse: Busts left, conjoined VICTORIA QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN & PRINCE ALBERT of SAXE COBURG & GOTHA. Reverse: A scene of the Marriage Ceremony VF with some edge nicks
Victoria and related (5) Golden Jubilee 1887 39mm diameter in bronze by Heaton, Birmingham Obverse: Head left, diademed, VICTORIA REG: JUBILEE YEAR, Reverse: QUEEN OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EMPRESS OF INDIA BORN MAY 24th 1819, ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837 MARRIED FEB 10th 1840, BHM 3248 UNC, Diamond Jubilee 1897 (2) the first BHM 3559/3560 39mm diameter in White Metal by J.A.Restall, Obverse: Diademed Veiled Head of the Queen VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS DIAMOND JUBILEE 1897 Reverse: Britannia seated right in front of an ornate plaque, along pennant flies from the trident COMMEMORATION OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA's REIGN, UNC in the round box of issue, the second 38mm diameter in White Metal, by F.Bowcher, Obverse: Crowned, Veiled, Laureate and draped bust left VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, Reverse: Four Medallions, entwined with ribbons, on which are portraits of Queen Victoria, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of York and Prince Edward, BHM 3529 EF, Great Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations 1851 38mm diameter in White metal by W.J.Taylor, Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert left H.R.H PRINCE ALBERT. STRUCK IN THE BUILDING OF THE EXHIBITION, Reverse: Royal Arms with supporters GRETA EXHIBITION OF THE INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS LONDON 1851, BHM 2459 VF, France - Exposition Universelle de Londres 1862 50mm diameter in White Metal by A.Bovy Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria laureate, left VICTORIA REINE D'ANGLETERRE, Reverse: A view of the Exhibition Hall , In Exergue: EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE DE LONDRES 1862 GVF boxed, along with France - Louis Napoleon Bonaparte 50mm diameter in bronze by Barre (1850), Obverse: Bust left LOUIS NAPOLEON BONAPARTE, Reverse: PRESIDENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE ELU LE 10 DECEMBRE 1848 PAR 5576397 SUFFces, in 7 lines, all within a wreath,. EF, Coronation of George VI 47mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Busts of George VI and Queen Elizabeth both crowned and draped, Reverse: Britannia standing in an archway, holding a crown aloft, CROWNED A.D.1937 VF, Hanbury Memorial Prize, Alexandra, Princess of Wales 1864 50mm diameter in bronze by J.S and A.B. Wyon, Obverse: Bust left ALEXANDRA PRINCESS OF WALES, Reverse: HANBURY MEMORIAL PRIZE on a scroll HOME FOR LITTLE BOYS ESTABLISHED 1864 VF
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 51mm diameter in bronze diameter in bronze by Turner and Simpson, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, crowned and draped, GEORGE . V. MARY, a continuous border of six pairs of panels each containing an animal and it's country of origin: kiwi NEW ZEALAND, fish NEWFOUNDLAND, lion INDIA, moose CANADA, kangaroo AUSTRALIA, springbok SOUTH AFRICA. Reverse: Female figure of the mother country standing upon a globe, facing, two cherubs at her feet with cornucopia filled with fruits of the Empire; behind, a procession of Commonwealth subjects carrying produce. Eimer 2030, BHM 4263 VF with old mountings edge holes filled at 1 and 11 o'clock. Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 (3) 38mm Obverse: Crowned and veiled bust left VICTORIA REGINA, TO. COMMEMORATE. THE . 60th . YEAR OF. HER. MAJEST'S . REIGN . 1837-1897 Reverse: A1 FAR FAMED CAKES AND BISCUITS ARE THE BEST by H.Gruebert, London (3) VF, GVF and NEF
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 61mm diameter in White Metal by J.Barber, Eimer 1311, BHM 1803, WE 92, Obverse: Bust almost facing, with head turned left, crowned, VICTORIA QUEEN OF ENGLAND, Reverse: The Queen, holding an orb and sceptre leads a procession beneath a canopy supported by courtiers, In Exergue: CROWNED JUNE 28 1838, NEF and lustrous
Accession of Queen Victoria 1837 51mm diameter in White Metal by Ottley, BHM 1762, Obverse: Bust left, draped, head almost facing, HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY VICTORIA, legend on a scroll, Reverse: BORN 24 MAY 1819 DAUGHTER OF HIS LATE ROYAL HIGHNESS EDWARD DUKE OF KENT in 7 lines within a wreath, ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20 1837 IN THE 19 ERA OF HER AGE, EF and lustrous with a few small spots
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 53mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: draped bust of Queen Victoria, crowned, facing three quarters left, hair in coif, VICTORIA CROWNED AT WESTMINSTER JUNE 28 1838 IN THE 20 YEAR OF HER AGE, in field SPES ALMA RERUM uniface obverse only UNC, the obverse design in the style of the 'Majority of Princess Victoria' medal by G.R.Collis
Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 48mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, BHM 1921, Obverse: Busts to left conjoined, HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT OF SAXE COBURG & GOTHA. Reverse: A scene of the Marriage ceremony, MAY GOD PROSPER THE UNION,. In Exergue: MARRIED FEBRUARY 10th 1840 EF and lustrous with some contact marks
Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 54mm diameter in white metal by Davis, Birmingham. Obverse busts left conjoined, VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819. ALBERT BORN AUG 26th 1819. Reverse: Victoria and Albert stand before an Archbishop performing the ceremony, In Exergue: MARRIED FEB. 10. 1840 GVF
Birth of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales 1841 54mm diameter in White Metal, Eimer 1357, BHM 1992, WE 1357, Obverse: Conjoined busts of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the Queen crowned, VICTORIA BRITAN REGINA, ET ALBERT SAX COBURG GOTHA PRINCEPS, Reverse: Priest with attendants, holds the infant Prince, H.R.H. ALBERT EDWARD PRINCE OF WALES, In Exergue: BORN NOV 9. 1841, NEF and lustrous
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the Official Royal Mint issue 25mm diameter in silver Eimer 1817b, BHM 3506 A/UNC, along with a silver ingot on a loop total weight 15.98 grammes GVF
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 64mm diameter in White Metal by Davis, BHM 1807, Head of Victoria left, garlanded with Roses, thistles and shamrocks. On a raised band: VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D: Reverse: On a raised stage, the Queen seated holding a sceptre and a orb is crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury. To the right she is proclaimed by the figures of Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia. To the left she is attended by Justice and Industry with a winged herald and cherub above, a lion, cornucopia and other symbolic objects below. H.M.G. MAJESTY VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819. ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20th 1837. In Exergue: CROWNED JUNE 28th 1838 GVF/NEF
Birth of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales 1841 49mm diameter in White Metal, by J.Taylor, Obverse: Busts of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert left, conjoined, HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA ANDPRINCE ALBERT OF SAXE COBURG & GOTHA. Reverse: Britannia with attendants, holds the infant Prince, In Exergue: PRINCE OF WALES AND DUKE OF CORNWALL BORN NOV:9.1841 GVF/NEF on a slightly wavy flan
Majority of Princess Victoria 1837 51mm diameter in White Metal by Ottley, Eimer 1292, BHM 1743, WE 12, Obverse: Bust left, draped, head almost facing, PRINCESS ALEXANDRINA VICTORIA, Reverse: BORN 24 MAY 1819 DAUGHTER OF HIS LATE ROYAL HIGHNESS EDWARD DUKE OF KENT in 7 lines within a wreath, TO COMMEMORATE HER ROYAL HIGHNESS ATTAINING HER LEGAL MAJORITY 24 MAY 1837 NEF with some lustre and some surface marks
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
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in gold, the official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817b the odd tiny rim nick otherwise UNC and choice, a most attractive example and rare thus
Medals and Tokens a collection in an album (106) includes German States - Prussia 1757 Friedrich - Victory in Prague, Good Fine, White metal 19th Century issues (29) in mixed grades to EF, Death of William Pitt 1806, Queen Victoria Visit to London 1837 Eimer 1303 VF, a wide variety and a useful group
Death Plaque and Military Medal - Bravery in the Field, , to Pte. Charles Smith 9th LondonRegiment (Queen Victoria's Rifles) along with Buckingham Palace letter signed by KingGeorge V, and scroll both affixed to card. He is buried at Bronfay Farm Military Cemetery, Bray - Sur - Somme, II. F.69, France, Death Plaque VF, Medal EF with some hairlines
Medals (8) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, the Official Royal Mint issue VF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze Fine, cleaned, Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1733 the Official Royal Mint issue, Fine cleaned, Visit of Alexander II of Russia to London 1874 77mm diameter in bronze, Eimer 1634 by C.Wiener, Fine, cleaned, St. George's ChurchLeicester 1823 laying of the foundation stone, 64mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Christopher Columbus 400th Anniversary of The Landing of Columbus 1892 76mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Fine Arts Exhibition 1873 70mm diameter in lead by G.T.Morgan, Eimer 1622 Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert left, Reverse Facade of buildings including the Royal Albert Hall VF, Prize Medal 1920 Southern Counties Cross Country Championship - Orion Harriers, awarded to A.E.Blunden 35mm diameter in bronze EF
Medals (9) 19th and early 20th Century mostly in copper or bronze, includes Winchester Cathedral (c.1855) 59mm diameter in Eimer 1507 Obverse: Exterior of the cathedral, Reverse: Interior of the cathedral, EF, Liverpool Seamens Friend Society, founded 1820 by Vaughton & Sones GEF with traces of lustre, William Shakespeare laudatory medal 1842 by H.H. Young and W.J. Taylor NEF, Nelson's flagship the Foudroyant 37mm diameter in copper NEF with traces of lustre, Sunday School Centenary 1885 Thomas Charles 44mm diameter, in bronze, Reverse: 8-line inscription in Welsh, Eimer 1713 VF holed, Kings and Queens of England - Edward III (2) by J. Dassier EF and NEF the second with some surface porosity, Save The Victory Fund (c.1923) Reverse: Copper Taken From H.M.S. Victory 1923 within a wreath GVF, VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 39mm diameter in brass? Obverse Veiled head of Queen Victoria, Reverse: Crowned Royal Arms, with VICTORIA QUEEN AND EDMPRESS below, ISRAEL KNOWLES CHAIRMAN 1837 1887 INCE JUBILEE CELEBRATION VF/GVF
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in silver Eimer 1817 the Official Royal Mint issue EF with blue, gold and magenta toning, in the red box of issue, this with the lid detached
Metropolitan Police group of three awarded to P.C J.Fairman, comprising Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee Medal dated 1887 with 1897 bar, in bronze NVF cleaned, Edward VII Coronation 1902 in bronze GVF cleaned, George V Coronation 1911 in silver, VF/GVF, mounted on a bar, as worn, along with a Metropolitan Police helmet badge
Queen Victoria Jubilee Medallion 1887, the obverse with centre picture of the Queen, with details of her Birth, Coronation, Marriage, and Golden Jubilee, the reverse with the first two verses of the National Anthem 36mm cross-shaped with blue ribbon, VF, Opening of The Birmingham University 1909 Obverse: Conjoined busts left, of KingEdward VII and Queen Alexandra, Reverse: 4-line inscription on a scroll GEF boxed, Coronation of George V City of Birmingham 35mm diameter in bronze, GEF holed with suspension loop and ribbon, The King's Medal 1911 32mm diameter in bronze by F. Ransom, Reverse: A crowned shield within a wreath with the legend 'Awarded by the London Covnty Covncil for Attendance, Condvct and Indvstry Dvring The Year in ten lines EF/AU, together with pins (4) L.C.C. and 1911-12, and two with floral decoration, First World War Medal, awarded to 21892 Pte. H. Ashman E. Lan. R. Fine with no suspension mount, World War II stars 1939-45 and Pacific Stars miniature copies with ribbons, Fine
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in 24 carat Gold, weight 95.12 grammes, Eimer 1817a, About EF with light contact marks and minor edge nicks, always a desirable type, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue. Eimer shows a mintage of just 3725 medals minted
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 64mm diameter in White Metal by C. Davis, Obverse: Head of the Queen left, garlanded with roses, thistles and shamrocks, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D: Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned, on a raised stage, being crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury. To the right she is proclaimed by the figures of Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia; to the left she is attended by Justice and Industry, a winged herald and cherub above, with a lion and cornucopia below. H.M.G. MAJESTY VICTORA . BORN MAY 24th 1819 . ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20th 1837. In exergue: CROWNED JUNE 28th 1838. Signed DAVIS BIRM. to the right of the design, BHM 1807, 81.66 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous with a few small spots, Rare
VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 77mm diameter in copper, Eimer 1733 the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse Jubilee Head left facing bust VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art to left with Industry and Agriculture to right. Below: the five interlinked shields below ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, and AFRICA, 217.06 grammes, UNC with a small spot in the obverse field, hints of pastel toning enhance the eye appeal of this impressive large issue, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 77mm diameter in copper, Eimer 1733 the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse Jubilee Head left facing bust VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art to left with Industry and Agriculture to right. Below: the five interlinked shields below ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, and AFRICA, 218.15 grammes, UNC with a small spot on the back of the veil, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 36mm diameter in copper by B. Pistrucci, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1315 Obverse Bust left draped and wearing a bandeau. VICTORIA. D.G. BRITANNIARUM REGINA F.D. Reverse Victoria enthroned left, receives a crown from Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia ERIMUS TIBI NOBILE REGNUM Exergue. INAUGURATA DIE JUNII XXVIII MDCCCXXXVIII, 23.87 grammes, UNC and nicely toned, a few small contact marks in the obverse field barely detract, seldom seen in this pleasing grade, in a square black contemporary box
VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Eimer 1817a The official Royal Mint issue in silver 56mm diameter, 83.09 grammes, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA. Below: 1837 upon a branch tied with ribbon, the Official Royal Mint issue, UNC with peripheral blue toning, in the official red dated box of issue
Simon de Passe Counters or Gambling Counters in silver (2) Henry III and Edward II each depicting a half length portrait of the monarch, with details of the monarch's reign, and with coat of arms on the reverse also incuse, both designs incuse, pleasing VF, Medal, Treaty of Ryswick - Fortunes of Prince James 1697 25mm diameter by N.Roettier, Obverse: Bust left, IAC: WALLIAE PRINCEPS, Reverse: Dove with olive branch fly above a calm sea, MANSVRAE N. VNTIA PACIS: with date in exergue, Eimer 377 NVF with some pitting, Medal The Great War - LiverpoolVictoria Legal Friendly Society 20mm, diameter in 9 carat gold, 2.32 grammes, presented to L.E.Milton Good Fine with loop mount at the top, Guinea Weight James I, Obverse: Bust right half length.I.R..MA.BRI. Reverse: Crowned XXI S in two lines Good Fine, Pennies (2) Edward I with much of the legend worn, Henry III Long Cross, London Mint moneyer Nicole Fine, heavily die-clashed
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 the official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817a, 84.57 grammes A/UNC toned with some minor contact marks on the reverse, in the Royal Mint red box of issue
VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Eimer 1817a The official Royal Mint issue in silver 56mm diameter, 81.77 grammes, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA. Below: 1837 upon a branch tied with ribbon, the Official Royal Mint issue, GEF nicely toned with some light contact marks and small rim nicks, in the official red box of issue
Britannia Medal 2007 Victoria Cross Winners, the reverse design includes John Travers Cornwell, the youngest recipient of a VC, Captain Albert Ball of the Sherwood Foresters and Royal Flying Corps (later the RAF), and Guy Gibson, leader of the Dambuster raid 5oz. Silver Proof, nFDC with a hint of toning, in a Westminster box with certificate
George III Visited Lyndhurst, Lymington Southampton and Weymouth 1789 bronze 30mm VF, Marquis of Granby British Hero 27mm bronze Fine, The Prince of Wales Model Sovereign 1854 VictoriaYoung Head obverse brass 22mm EF, Industrial Exhibition of North Wales 1876 Wrexham 45mm copper probably about as struck but with some light green patina in parts BHM 3034, Thomas Charles of Bara 1885 Welsh Legends SABBOTHOL YN NCHYMRU etc White Metal 44mm EF holed at 12 o'clock BHM 3201, Victoria Jubilee 1887 copper 22mm Old Head Bust obverse, shield in wreath reverse GEF, Visit of George V and Queen Mary to Cardiff 1912 44mm White Metal EF pierced for suspension, George V Official Silver Jubilee 1935 in silver 30mm GEF nicely toned, QE II Coronation 1953 in silvered bronze matt finish 38mm Britannia with Lion reverse with river and London buildings in the background GEF and pleasing BHM 4445, Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 brass 32mm GEF along with an oval piece UNDEB CHWARELWYR GOGLEDD CYMRIE
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Argentina issue 34mm diameter in silver by J.D (?) Eimer 1822 Obverse: Bust of the Queen, left, veiled, SEMPER HONOR, NOMENQUE TUUM LAUDESQUE MANEBUNT 1837-1897. Rev: Flags of Great Britain and Argentina, crossed, IN COM. LX ANN. ACC. VICTORIAE BRITT. REG. IND. IMP. BUENOS AIRES. A/UNC and with an attractive golden tone with touches of blue and green
VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 Eimer 1817a The official Royal Mint issue in bronze 56mm diameter, 69.26 grammes, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen, left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA. Below: 1837 upon a branch tied with ribbon, the Official Royal Mint issue, GEF nicely toned with some light contact marks and small rim nicks, in the official red box of issue. tiny spots on and by the veil, otherwise UNC and evenly toned, uncased
Medals (6) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 25mm diameter in silver, the official Royal Mint issue VF, Queen Elizabeth II Coronation 1953 34mm diameter in base metal UNC boxed, Death of WinstonChurchill 1965 39mm diameter in silver Obverse: Bust facing, no legend, Reverse: THE RT. HON. SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL K.G., O.M., C.H. 1874-1965, with J.T & Co. stamp and silver hallmark below, Matt Finish UNC boxed, Welshpool and Llfair Light Railway 75th Anniversary 1803-1978 38mm diameter in base metal, UNC boxed, Prize Medals (2) World Dancing Championships 1922 in bronze NEF in box, the box with the lid detached, Heaton Junior Technical School 39mm diameter in base metal- 1944 Athletics - Senior 100 Yards Handicap awarded to K.F.Robson UNC boxed, A brass Sovereign weighing scale, Enamelled Shilling 1887 in five colours, fair workmanship, Two Pounds 1995 Peace Dove UNC (2) both in Second World WarCommemorative packs
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in Gold, weight 88.72 grammes, Eimer 1817a, UNC with two small contact marks on the obverse otherwise choice, very desirable and difficult to find this nice, these large Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue
Medals (29) Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 Obv. Veiled Head of Victoria VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX ANNO JUBILAEI A.D.1887, Rev. Young head of Victoria VICTORIA REGINA REGNVM SVSCEPIT20 JVN 1837. 26mm diameter in silver by J.Carter NEF, Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues (9) Eimer 1817 VF to GEF some with attractive toning, Edward VII Coronation 1902 Halifax Regional issue 38mm diameter in silver NEF, Edward VII Coronation 1902 31mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues (8) Eimer 1871 VF to A/UNC many with attractive tone, one with some scratches, George V Coronation 1911 31mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues (2) Eimer 1922 both Good Fine, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 32mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues Eimer 2029 (3) NEF, EF and GEF, Edward VIII Coronation 1937 32mm diameter Obv. Bust crowned and draped, facing three-quarters right TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION EDWARD VIII 1937, Rev. NEW ZEALAND, INDIA AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AFRICA, CANADA and WEST INDIES each on a banner against a background of oak branches, leaves and acorns EF, Enterprise du Palais Des Nations 1933 70mm diameter in .900 silver by Huguenin Freres & Co. (Switzerland) Obverse: A scene of industry , a man levers a large block, date below, Rev. Palace of Nations building, Switzerland, EF. Prize Medals (2) Royal Horticultural Society 45mm diameter in silver, awarded by Watford Show Sept. 1945 to Mr.A.Scard, Horticulture GEF. The Smallholder Championship medal undated 35mm diameter in silver NVF. An ornate silver badge hallmarked and with makers mark JHL some wear, Fine
International Exhibition 1851 51mm diameter in white metal by Allen and Moore Eimer 1462 NEF and lustrous. International Exhibition 1862 36mm diameter in white metal by G.Dowler NEF and lustrous. WinstonChurchill a 5-piece Windsor Mint medallic set comprising Churchill - Great Leaders, Great Words Silver One Ounce, with 70mm diameter gold-plated copper medals (4) in a presentation folder. Banco Bilbao Vizcaya - London 1993 75th Anniversary UNC boxed. EnglandRugbyWorld Cup Winners 2003 38mm diameter in nickel-brass by the Royal Mint UNC boxed with certificate. The Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London undated 51mm diameter in Royal Mint box. Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 45mm diameter UNC in a Royal Mint box. Queen Elizabeth II 80th birthday 2006 Lenticular Medal 45mm diameter in Nickel-Brass with 3D portrait of the Queen by the Royal Mint UNC in the box of issue with certificate. Eiffel Tower Ascension to the First stage 1889 45mm diameter in copper GVF. George VICoronation 193732mm diameter in bronze GVF. Queen Elizabeth II 1953 Coronation Medallion in brass, UNC boxed. Pope Paul VI Mission to the United NationsNew York October 4 1965 63mm diameter in bronze by Medallic Art Co. New York UNC boxed. Hawaii 50th State - The Aloha State 63mm diameter in bronze by the Medallic Art Co. New York. UNC boxed. Prize Medal 1905 - Awarded to Herbert G.Hogben for Proficiency in Science by the Board of Education 38mm diameter in bronze EF in a 'Board of Education - South Kensington' box. Millionaires CollectionEdward I Fantasy Double Leopard a modern fantasy in base metal UNC. Fantasy Crown 2012 Queen Elizabeth II with George and the Dragon Reverse, UNC. Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee 2002 in base metal UNC on the card of issue. King George V Silver Jubilee 1935 32mm diameter Obverse with conjoined busts, Reverse a coat of arms, GEF. King George V Silver Jubilee 1935 a regional issue - Byworth 38mm diameter in base metal. King George VI Coronation Medal 1937 38mm diameter in white metal EF. Queen Elizabeth II The Longest Reigning Monarch 2015 UNC in 'Daily Mail' blister pack. Medals Crown-sized in base metal (6) Australia Bicentennial - Fleet Arrived 1788, William Wilberforce 150th Anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery UNC, Malta 20th Anniversary of Independence 1984 UNC, Pope John Paul II Visit to Britain 1982 UNC, Royal Wedding of Prince Andrew and Miss Sarah Ferguson 1986 UNC, Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 UNC, these all in slide cases. Replica Miniature Medals modern issues (2) Victoria Cross and Atlantic star, as issued. Silver plated Stamp book holder with Coronation 1937 on the front with conjoined busts of George VI and the Queen Mother, GVF. Cigarette Tin 1953 'Four Square Cigarettes', Badge ' Harold Sutcliffe MP Royston Division Conservative Association, Ingots (2) The Year of the Three Kings Gold Crown Set 206 of 499 ingot, and ingot inscribed ' Deutsche Reichbank 999/1000 gold' a fantasy issue weighing 28.8 grammes UNC
Coronations and Jubilees in small group in silver (7) GB (6) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 (3) 26mm in silver the Official Royal Mint issue NEF to GEF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1871, 31mm diameter in silver, UNC or near so, lightly toned, Coronation of George V 1911 The Official Royal Mint issue, 31mm diameter in silver, Eimer 1922 (2) UNC with matching golden tone, one with minor cabinet friction, Nepal Coronation of Edward VII 1902 VF holed at the top
Coronation, Jubilee and Royal Marriage medals (34) Victorian issues (8) 1887 Golden Jubilee - Ince Jubilee Celebration - Israel Knowles Chairman 38mm diameter VF, 1887 Golden Jubilee - Devizes local issue in white metal VF holed, 1897 Diamond Jubilee in white metal by Spink NVF holed with suspension loop and ribbon, 1897 Diamond Jubilee , Obverse VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse: VICTORIA 1837-1897 Above: Coat of Arms and supporters, Below: a wreath 39mm diameter in bronze GVF, 1897 Diamond Jubilee 45mm diameter in White metal, Obverse: Veiled head left, bust left Veiled, crowned and laureate, unusual,. Fine. 1897 Queen Victoria - The Longest Reign 35mm diameter in white metal, holed at top About VF, 1893 Marriage of the Duke and Duchess of York 38mm diameter in white metal, Fine, holed for suspension, 1897 Four Generations of the BritishRoyal Family 32mm diameter by H.Grueber & Co. Fine. Edward VII issues (6) 1902 Coronation - Borough of Cambridge issues - George Kett, Mayor (5) 38mm diameter in bronze VF to EF each holed for suspension, 1902 Coronation/Thomas Templeton Seventh Centenary/Coronation 1902 medal 39mm in white metal EF holed for suspension, George V issues (8) Coronation 1911 the Official Royal Mint issue, 31mm diameter in silver by B.Mackennal NEF in the original red box of issue, Coronation 1911 the Official Royal Mint issue 51mm diameter in bronze, EF in the original red box of issue, Coronation 1911 struck by the makers of Elect Cocoa 32mm diameter in brass (2) VF and EF both with suspension loops on the edge, Coronation 1911 39mm in white metal Obv: conjoined busts, Rev: Coat of arms with supporters within a wreath, ribbons with CORONATION and GEORGE V respective at each side VF, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 (3) Obverse: busts left conjoined, KING GEORGE V AND QUEEN MARY MAY 6TH 1935 Rev: Crown, Sceptre and Orb, TO COMMEMORATE THE 25TH YEAR OF THEIR MAJESTIES REIGN UNC boxed, Daily Mail - Teddy Tail League NVF with suspension loop at the top, 1935 38mm diameter in white metal Obv: Conjoined busts, Rev: To Commemorate the Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary May 6th 1935 (Legend in 6 lines) VF holed for suspension, Edward VIII issues (3) Coronation 1937 45mm diameter in bronze, Obv: Bust right crowned, in coronation robes, Rev: Standing Britannia between two columns, a seascape behind (2) EF and Fine with some surface dirt, Coronation 1937 38mm diameter in white metal, Reverse showing dates of Birth, Investiture as Prince of Wales, Accession and Coronation VF holed for suspension, George VI issues (2) Coronation 1937 (2) the first in white metal 38mm diameter VF , the second in gilded base metal 39mm diameter Fine both holed for suspension, Elizabeth II issues (7) Coronation 1953 (4) Ship Reverse 37mm diameter in bronze (2) both UNC boxed, 1953 Crown on Rose reverse 36mm diameter in bronze UNC, 1953 38mm diameter in white metal reverse: legend in 7 lines within wreath EF, 1969 Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 58mm diameter in gilt bronze, the Official Royal Mint issue, UNC boxed, 1981 Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer Betrothal UNC in slide case, Queen Elizabeth II 80th Birthday 2006 Rev: in the style of the 1953 Crown 32mm diameter in bronze UNC in slide case
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in silver by Spink, London Obverse: Bust left Crowned, Laureate and veiled VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, Reverse Crowned VRI monogram within a wreath Lighthouse and sailing vessels behind, above: Five shields attached by chains reading EUROPE, ASIA, AFRICA, AMERICA and AUSTRALIA, in Exergue: a globe and banner: BRITAINS REJOICE Eimer 1820i 26.41 grammes, EF/GEF and nicely toned, in the box of issue, Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Bust left Crowned and veiled VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse : Royal Arms with supporters VICTORIA 1837-1897 IN COMMEMORATION, 30.61 grammes NEF, Western Australia - Albany Queen Victoria Golden Jubilee 1887 UNC with prooflike fields the reverse with some scratches, holed at the top
Medals (4) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in Silver, The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817b EF toned, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 Eimer 1871b The Official Royal Mint issue (2) 31mm diameter in silver EF and GEF, Coronation of George V 1911 by Elkington, Obverse: Busts conjoined, Reverse: SOUVENIR FROM THE ROYAL PALACE HOTEL KENSINGTON CORONATION GEORGE V 22nd JUNE 1911 within a wreath 21mm diameter in silver NEF with a suspension loop at the top
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 51mm diameter, weighing 48.85 grammes in silver by Spink and Son Eimer 1818c Obverse: Bust left crowned, laureate, veiled and draped, VICTORIA D:G: BRITT: REGINA F:D: IND : IMP: IN COMMEMOR . AN . REG . SEXACESIMI Reverse: a lighthouse and two ships with a flagpole in the centre with lion on crown at the top. In Exergue: Crowned Coat of Arms flanked by two crowns with a banner ARMY 1837-1897 NAVY Good Fine with some surface marks and edge bruises, along with Death of Sir WinstonChurchill 1965 39mm diameter in silver weighing 28.76 grammes, Obverse: Bust almost facing, with books and paint-brushes on a shelf behind, In Exergue: WINSTON CHURCHILL 1874-1965, Reverse: A soldier standing defiantly on a sea-shore with aircraft above, In Exergue: VERY WELL ALONE, by F.Kovacs Eimer 2104 About EF
Army Temperance Society Medals (5) 1901 In Memory of Queen Victoria 19.11 grammes NVF with suspension loop and ribbon, undated, George and the Dragon reverse, 17.39 grammes NVF with suspension loop, undated, shield-shaped with lion and motto 19.34 grammes, One Year medal , undated (c.1901) Reverse: two female figures below tree, 17.82 grammes VF, 1889 6-month medal in silver, 12.24 grammes uniface Good Fine with suspension loop
German States - Prussiaundated (1890) WeddingAnniversary of Wilhelm II and Auguste 45mm diameter in silver and weighing 50.92 grammes, by E.Weigand, Victoria Obverse: Conjoined Busts right WILHELM D.K. KONIG V. PREUSSEN-AUGUSTE VICTORIA D.K.K.V.PR. Reverse: Legend in five lines SEID FROHLICH IN HOFFNUNG GEDULDIG IN TRUBSAL HALTET AN AM GEBET, with ZUM EHEJUBILAUM-ROMER C.12 V.12 around, VF/NVF
Medals (15) Italy Frencesco de Larderel 1858 Count of Montecerboli by G.Voigt, 51mm diameter in silver 74.4 grammes, EF. Argentina 1910 100th Anniversary of the 1810 Agricultural Exposition - Buenos Aires, 50mm diameter, 56.75 grammes VF with some edge nicks. Columbian Exposition 1892 58mm diameter in White metal Obverse: Discovery of America October 1492 and Landing of the Pilgrims December 1620, Reverse: Signing of the Declaration of Independence July 4th 1776 and World's Columbian Exposition 1892 Chicago. Edge: Boldenweck &Co. Pat'd Oct 7, 1890 in 2 lines EF. Ireland 1897 Lord Lieutenant of Ireland - To Exhibitors at Countess Cadogan's Irish Textile Exhibition, Dublin 1897 38mm diameter in silver by Spink & Son. Obverse as Eimer 1820Diamond Jubilee portrait facing left, crowned and veiled, by F.Bowcher / Reverse: Crowned Crest with ribbon and legend in 7 lines below VF/EF the obverse with some scratches. George VSilver Jubilee 1935 The official Royal Mint issue 36mm diameter in silver Eimer 2029 VF. Bronze medal 1823 39mm diameter Obverse: 11 line legend, I. THOSE PRINCIPLES OF TRUTH AND MORALITYON WHICH POLITICAL LIBERTY AND SOCIAL ORDER DEPEND. II. A MILITIA OF ALL MEN CAPABLE OF ARMSBEARING. III. A WITTENAGEMOTEANNUALLY ELECTED BY THE PEOPLE FOR ENACTING LAWS. Reverse: 12 line legend IV.GRAND AND PETIT JURIESOF THE PEOPLE FAIRLY DRAWN FOR APPLYINGTHE LAWS. V.A MAGISTRACY ELECTED BY THE PEOPLE FOR DULY PERFORMING ALL EXECUTIVE DUTIES. ANTIENT POLITY MDCCCXXIII NVF. British Empire Exhibition 1924 Nobel Industries Ltd. 36mm diameter in bronze NEF. Queen VictoriaDeath 1901 medalet 13mm diameter NEF/GVF. 1901 The Weeping Angel of Amiens by Blasser 15mm diameter, with a loop mount attached NVF. Edward VII Coronation 1902 19mm diameter Obverse: The busts of the King and Queen right, conjoined, with radiant crown above, Reverse: Arms with supporters ER above, Fine. Edward VII Coronation 1902 medalet by Lauer Obverse: The King and Queen, almost facing OUR GRACIOUS KING AND QUEEN with MADE IN GERMANY below, Reverse: Crowned at Westminster VF. Memorial medal Henry Irving In Memoriam - I GO TO MEET MY KING BECKET, undated, GVF. Medalet 28mm diameter Madame de Servigne 1626-1696 Reverse: Souvenir l'Expositionde Clermont Ferrard 1910 - Chocolate de Royat VF. Medalet - The Lord's Prayer, Obverse: George Vleft with FOREIGN below, Reverse: The Lords prayer in 14 Lines, Good Fine. Medalet - Death of Napoleon undated, 14mm diameter in base metal NVF with loop mount. Sentimental Tokens by Kirk (2) 1773 Lord Camden NVF/GF, 1773 D.Carrick Good Fine/Fine, Canada - OntarioMasonic Penny Token undated Cannington - King Darius Chapter No.154 VF with some scratches. also Groat GB 1836 Enamelled in 5 colours, Fair workmanship Fine
Medals (7) Great Exhibition 1851 38mm diameter in White metal by W.J.Taylor, Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert, left, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT STRUCK IN THE BUILDING OF THE EXHIBITION, Reverse: Royal Arms and supporters. GREAT EXHIBITION OF THE INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS. Eimer 1463 EF and lustrous. Great Exhibition 1851 45mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore. Obverse: THERE ARE 2244 IRON GIRDERS, 3300 COLUMNS, 202 MILES OF SASH BARS AND 900,000 SUP. Ft of GLASS , interior legend in 16 lines reads: THE MATERIALS ARE IRON AND GLASS. IT IS IN SHAPE A PARALLELOGRAM, 1848 Ft. LONG BY 408 Ft. BROAD AND 66 Ft. HIGH. IT IS CROSSED MIDWAY BY A TRANSEPT 108 Ft. HIGH; ON THE NORTH SIDE IS AN ADDITION, OF 936 Ft. IN LENGTH BY 48Ft.IN BREADTH, TOTAL AREA OF SPACE 855,360 CUBIC Ft. OR NEARLY 21 ACRES, ESTIMATED VALUE £150,000, NEF. William ShakespeareTercentenary of his Birth 1864 44mm diameter in White Metal by Davis, Obverse: Bust of Shakespeare left WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE BORN 23 APRIL 1564. DIED 23 APRIL 1616. Reverse: A row of houses THE HOUSE IN WHICH SHAKESPEARE WAS BORN STRATFORD - UPON - AVON in Exergue: PURCHASED BY THE FATHER OF THE POET IN 1574 (WITH EXTENSIVE GROUNDS) FOR L.40. BECAME NATIONAL PROPERTY FOR L.3000 RAISED BY SUBSCRIPTION SEP.16.1847 VF with some light pitting to the edge. Compton Pilgrims Benefit Society 20th Century medals in White Metal (2) GVF both holed above the crown. Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 32mm diameter in bronze by J.Moore Obverse: Bust left, diademed and veiled IN COMMEMORATION OF THE JUBILEE REIGN OG H.G.M QUEEN VICTORIA 1837-1887. Reverse: VICTORIA E.I BORN MAY 24 1819 ASCENDED JUNE 20.37. CROPWNED JUNE 28. 38. MARRIED FEB 10. 40. JUBILEE 1887 within a wreath displaying colonial shields, EF. Opening of the Royal Exchange 1844 28mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, 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 FIRTS STONE LAID BY THE H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT JANy 17 1842, VF
North's Typewriter, Dessau's Calendar Medal 1895 38mm diameter in bronze by R.E.Daish Obv: " THE NORTH'S" ENGLAND'S TYPE WRITER 53 QUEEN VICTORIA STREEET E.C. Rev: The calendar of 1895 DESSAU'S CALENDAR 1895 BY.R.E.DAISH EDINBURGH, UNC or very near so and lustrous with excellent fields
Medals (4) Victoria issues in White Metal (3) 1862 International Exhibition 53mm diameter by Ottley, Birmingham, Obv. Gothic Head of Queen Victoria left, H.M.G.Majesty Queen Victoria, Rev. Opened 1st May 1862 5designed by Captain Fowke R.E., Erected by Messrs Kelk and Lucas GEF the reverse lustrous. International Exhibition 1862 38mm diameter by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Gothic Head of Queen Victoria BORN MAY 24 1819. CROWNED JUNE 28 1838. MARRIED FEB:10 1840. H.M.G.QUEEN NVICTORIA , Rev: INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OPENED MAY 1st 1862, West Front view of the Exhibition building, COVERS A SPACE OF 26 ACRES. 1200 Ft LONG 700 Ft WIDE DOMES 250Ft HIGH COST £300,000,NVF/GVF. Diamond Jubilee 1897 39mm diameter by Restall, Birmingham. Obverse: Bust left crowned and veiled, VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS DIAMOND JUBILEE 1897, Reverse: Britannia seated with trident and shield, DARTFORD COMMEMORATION on an ornate tablet behind NEF holed. Britain's Longest Reign 1897 Young Head and Veiled heads of the Queen left, Reverse a calendar showing all Sundays of the year 1897, VF
Births and Deaths Registration, and Marriage Acts Centenary 1937 32mm diameter in silver by J. Langford Jones Obverse: Bust left conjoined, of Queen Victoria (Young Head style) after W.Wyon, and KingGeorge VI 1837 and 1937 on either side, Reverse: The Lampadephorian Torch, symbolizing the continuity of life. BIRTH - MARRIAGE - DEATH Matt finish EF/UNC in the blue box of issue
Coronations and Jubilees 1837-1953 a 7-medal set in silver, comprising Queen VictoriaAccession/Coronation 1837/1838, 46mm diameter in silver, 1897 Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 36mm diameter in silver, 1902 Edward VII Coronation 37mm diameter in silver, 1911 George V Coronation 38mm diameter in silver, 1935 George V Silver Jubilee 35mm diameter in silver, 1936 Edward VIII Accession and Abdication 35mm diameter in silver, 1937 George VI Coronation 35mm diameter in silver, UNC with Prooflike fields and some contact marks, numbered on the edge of each medal (Number 102) in a John Pinches box with certificate, only 250 sets issued
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 a 3-medal set The Official Royal Mint issues, Eimer 1817 56mm diameter in silver UNC, 56mm diameter in bronze A/UNC and 26mm diameter in silver GVF/NEF toned, in the 5-medal red box of issue
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 Eimer 1733 77mm diameter in Bronze The official Royal Mint issue. Obverse Bust left Crowned and Veiled. VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX. Reverse Enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art left, opposite those of Industry and Agriculture right, at their feet below Empire are Mercury reclining and Time Above two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and V.R.I in a wreath between . IN. COMMEMORATION. Exergue. Five linked shields inscribed ASIA AMERICA EUROPE AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA by J.E.Boehm and F.Leighton , NEF cleaned and now colourfully retoning, in a red contemporary box of issue with description card
Medals in Silver (9) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in silver The Official Royal Mint issues Eimer 1817 (4) NVF, GVF (2), and NEF. Edward VII Coronation 1902 The Official Royal Mint issues Eimer 1871 (2) 56mm diameter GEF toned with small edge nicks, and 31mm diameter NEF/GVF with small spots, George VSilver Jubilee 1935 The Official Royal Mint issues 32mm diameter Eimer 2029b NEF and EF both toned, Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of EdinburghSilver Wedding 1972 51mm diameter in silver by D.Cornell Eimer 2125 Obverse: Busts left conjoined, the Queen wearing a bandeau. SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF THE QUEEN AND THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH 1947-1972, Reverse: Two Royal Shields and crests, each within the Garter with crowned cypher of the Queen above and that of Prince Philip below, UNC in matt finish boxed with certificate
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 Eimer 1733b 77mm diameter in Bronze The official Royal Mint issue by J.E.Boehm/F Leighton, Obverse: Bust left Crowned and Veiled. VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX. Reverse Enthroned figure of Empire, facing, flanked by standing figures of Science, Letters and Art left, opposite those of Industry and Agriculture right, at their feet below Empire are Mercury reclining and Time. Above: two cherubs displaying shields inscribed MDCCCLXXXVII and MDCCCXXXVII and V.R.I in a wreath between . IN. COMMEMORATION. Exergue. Five linked shields inscribed ASIA AMERICA EUROPE AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA, EF with a spot by IMPER on the obverse, in the red box of issue
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in Gold, weight 90.59 grammes, Eimer 1817a, Choice UNC desirable thus, these large Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue. Eimer shows a mintage of just 3725 medals minted
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 the official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1817 25mm diameter in gold, a small test mark on the edge and a thin scratch on the obverse otherwise UNC, in the official red dated box of issue
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
Medals (2) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 37mm diameter in silver, Heaton Mint, Obverse: Bust left crowned and Veiled, VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse Coat of Arms and supporters ; above: IN COMMEMORATION, below, VICTORIA 1837-1897 within a wreath, EF with grey tone, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 Obverse: Busts of King Edward VII and Princess Alexandra conjoined, left, THEIR MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTIES EDWARD VII & ALEXANDRA, Reverse: Crowned County Arms COUNTY OF WORCESTER one of many local issues for the King's Coronation 39mm diameter EF
Marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert 1840 54mm diameter in white metal by Davis, Birmingham. Obverse busts left conjoined, VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819. ALBERT BORN AUG 26th 1819. Reverse: Victoria and Albert stand before an Archbishop performing the ceremony VF
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 the large Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter in Gold, weight 90.59 grammes, Eimer 1817a, Choice UNC desirable thus, these large Royal Mint issues now very sought after, in the official red Royal Mint box of issue. Eimer shows a mintage of just 3725 medals minted
Medals a wide variety (35) includes New Zealand Medal 1913 TO THE OFFICERS AND CREW OF H.M.S.NEW ZEALAND 36mm diameter in silver by W.R.Bock Lustrous EF and scarce, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 35mm diameter in silver Eimer 1872 VF, Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in silver, Eimer 1817b the official Royal Mint issue, NEF, Coronation of King George V 1911 31mm diameter in silver, the official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1922b NEF with grey tone, George II 1736 Dassier's series of English Kings and Queens 40mm diameter in bronze Eimer 525 EF, Battle of Lissa, Surrender of Breslau 1757 48mm diameter in brass Eimer 656 Near Fine, John Philip Kemble 1798 Eimer 888 52mm diameter in copper, Reverse: TRAGOEDUS ANGLICUS AET XLI.MDCCXCVIII Fine, scarce. Treaty of Aix-La-Chapelle 1798 (not in Eimer) Obverse: Bust of George II left GEORGIUS II . D.G. REX, Reverse: Britannia seated on shore with shield, cornucopia and trophies, PAX COMMERCII NUTRIX, Fine of better, as part of a group of 18th to 20th Century medals, two prize medals, with some in silver, also a cap badgeManchester Ship Canal, and a lighter case with a Rolls-Royce logo in mixed condition
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 25mm diameter in gold Eimer 1817b A/UNC with a few very small contact marks visible under magnification, a very pleasing example, in the original Red box of issue
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 37mm diameter in bronze by Jenkins after T.Brock Obverse: Bust left crowned and veiled, VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX 1837-1897, Reverse: Young portrait of Victoria left, VICTORIA AT HER ACCESSION 1837 NEF with an edge bruise
Great Seals of the Realm (2 sets) the first 'Nineteenth Century', an impressive five piece collection of medallic 5 ounce pure silver issues depicting the Royal seals of George III (2), George IV, William IV and Victoria superb engraving comes with detailed historical documentation UNC and in the impressive box of issue. issue number 0057 of 1,000 limit, the second, Great Seals of the Realm, Twentieth Century, an impressive six piece collection of medallic 5 ounce pure silver issues depicting the Royal seals of Victoria, Edward VII, George V (2), George VI and Elizabeth II superb engraving well presented with detailed historical documentation Satin Finish UNC and cased as issued. issue number 0308 of 1,000 limit UNC and in the impressive box of issue
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 26mm diameter in gold Eimer 1817 the official Royal Mint issue, A/UNC with a small edge bruise and minor contact marks on the obverse
First World War (2) Military Medal - For Bravery in the Field, to 302597 Cpl. James Houston 1/5th Battalion (City of London) London Regiment (London Rifle Brigade) EF and Victory Medal to 4367 Cpl J.Houston EF, comes with internet research, showing 'Missing in action 28th March 1918'. The research shows the citation for James who was awarded the Military Medal on 16/8/1917 for Polygon Wood, after he took charge of his platoon after the platoon commander was killed. On 28th March the enemy attacked 'C' Company with an intense bombardment and the Battalion strength was reduced from 23 officers and 564 o/ranks, to 8 officers and 60 o/ranks. He is listed at the Commonwealth War Grave at Arras Memorial, France. Also World War II War Medal and Defence medal pair EF in a box with label Capt. W.E.P Tuddenham, and an assortment of cap badges, badges, a small hinged box containing two Edwardian stamps, a compass a sextant, a Military button and a worn Victorian Halfpenny. Also First Day Covers (19) and a quantity of mainly used GB and World stamps Decimal and Pre-Decimal denominations
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
The Victoria Infirmary Northwich - Founded 1887 by Robert Verdin Esq. J.P. M.P - Prize Medal 38mm diameter in bronze, Northwich and District Charity Football Competition, Presented by Sir Joseph Verdin Bart. EF with a small spot
USA The Union Fire Insurance Company of London, merger with the Victoria Insurance Company of New York 1896, 38mm diameter, 26.45 grammes af 18 carat gold, Obverse: bust left, laureate, crowned and veiled, VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS, in the fields TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, Reverse: A shield with four clasped hands upon it flanked by the Union Jack and USA flags, the American eagle and arrows above, UNION OF LONDON 1714 AND VICTORIA OF NEW YORK 1836 by F.Bowcher, for Spink and Sons. A/UNC with light scratches on the edge where possibly once mounted, the surfaces showing no signs of mounting, Rare, we note a silver example was offered in the Professor Wayne Newman Palmer Collection in a USA auction. No recent auction transactions have been recorded for the gold medal. The present day descendent of these companies is Commercial Union Assurance Company
International Health Exhibition 1884 45mm diameter, by L.C.Wyon (reverse after L.C.Day) 59.05 grammes of 21 carat gold, Eimer 1704, Obverse: Head of Queen Victoria left, diademed and veiled VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: A globe bearing the fruits of the world, flanked by HEALTH holding a serpent, and EDUCATION holding a wreath,. THE INTERNATIONAL HEALTH EXHIBITION. Exergue LONDON 1884 GEF with small spots on the reverse below Health, and with two test marks on the edge, no signs of damage to the surfaces. Around 254 of these medals were struck in gold, 538 in silver and 820 in bronze, and were awarded to exhibitors in various classes
VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 an 11-medal set by F.Bowcher for Spink and Son, comprises Eimer 1820 - Victory on globe, May God Preserve our Queen and her Heirs, Britons Rejoice, The Four Longest Reigning Monarchs in English History, God Bless our Queen types, these 38mm diameter, British Commerce, Army and Navy, The Royal Family, Primates of All England, and Prime Ministers of Her Majesty's reign these 51mm diameter, and The British Empire 75mm diameter all EF and nicely matched, in white metal in open octagonal case, an eye-catching set
Great Seals of the Realm (2 sets) the first 'Nineteenth Century', an impressive five piece collection of medallic 5 ounce pure silver issues depicting the Royal seals of George III (2), George IV, William IV and Victoria superb engraving well presented with detailed historical documentation UNC and in the impressive box of issue,. The second, Great Seals of the Realm, Twentieth Century, an impressive six piece collection of medallic 5 ounce pure silver issues depicting the Royal seals of Victoria, Edward VII, George V (2), George VI and Elizabeth II superb engraving well presented with detailed historical documentation UNC in the impressive box of issue
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