Irish Surplus Revenue Dispute 1755 36mm diameter in Brass by J. Roche ?, Eimer 650, Obverse: Irish harp crowned PROSPERITY TO OLD IRELAND 1754, Reverse: Standing figure of the Earl of Kildare left, sword drawn, prevents a hand snatching money off a table TOUCH. NOT SAYS. KILDARE. In exergue: MDCCLV. Fine/VG with a stain on the obverse
Medals (14) 19th and 20th Century base metal types, includes Colonial and Indian Exhibition 1886, 51mm diameter in bronze, Robert Raikes Sunday Schools (2), also Coronation types and Lusitania Medals (2) in mixed circulated grades
Medals (2) Death of George III 1820 Eimer 1122, BHM 1001 41mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon Snr. Obverse: Bust left armoured and draped, GEORGE III ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE OCT.25 1760. Reverse: An assembly of Biblical figures. Above -Elijah ascending in his chariot to heaven. ENTER THOU INTO THE JOY OF THE LORD, Exergue: DIED JAN 29 1820 AGED 81 YEARS, Kings and Queens by Dassier - Elizabeth IEimer 526 (No.79) NEF with a few Verdigris spots
Medals (2) Field Marshal Lord Raglan 1855, 44mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Bust facing, three quarters right, within a wreath, Reverse: A TRUE HERO, HE YIELDED UP HIS LIFE A SACRIFIRE TO DUTY GVF with some contact marks, Shipwrecked Mariners Society 1862 Obverse: Bust left ENGLAND EXPECTS EVERY MAN WILL DO HIS DUTY, numbered in the field, Reverse: SHIPWRECKED MARINERS SOCIETY 1862 Good Fine, with scratched number in the obverse field
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
Medals in Bronze (4) Cambridge University undated (2) 51mm diameter in bronze, Reverse: Winged foot within a wreath, the first GVF with some Verdigris, the second NEF, City and Guilds Ordinary Technical Examination, 51mm diameter by E.D. Jackman, awarded to Samuel Sant, Pottery & Porcelain Fifth Prize NEF, London To Brighton Relay Race, organised by the 'News of the World' 44mm diameter in bronze ,Reverse: Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament with inset of Brighton Aquarium, VF
Merit Medals by Allen & Moore, Birmingham (9) White Metal (8) Superior Merit 'For Writing', Superior Merit 'For Mathematics', Superior Merit 'For Elocution' (2), Superior Merit 'For Geography' Superior Merit 'For Music', and two with the legend 'REMBER THY CREATOR IN THE DAYS OF MY YOUTH, each 44mm diameter VF to NEF, Merit Medal in bronze 44mm by Allen & Moore Superior Merit 'For Writing' NEF
Olympic (2) 1968 Diamond Jubilee 80mm diameter bronze Pierre De Coubertin left facing portrait obverse, reverse world map with female allegorical figure Spanish inscription lists all the cities and dates of previous Olympics from Athens 1896 to Mexico City 1968 Unc. Los Angeles 1984 38mm White Metal Souvenir Medal Unc in perspex holder
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
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
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
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
Restoration of Sherborne Church 1849 39mm diameter in bronze by Allen & Moore Obverse: A Dove of Peace above a Bible and Crown RESTORATION COMMENCED JULY 1849, Reverse: View of the building, HOW AMIABLE ARE THY TABERNACLES , O LORD OF HOSTS Ps.84. V.1 EF nicely toned with traces of lustre
Rhodesia 1965 Rhodesian Independence 38mm diameter in 18 carat gold, Obverse Portrait of Ian Smith, left, RHODESIAN INDEPENDENCE 11 NOVEMBER 1965, Reverse: Cross with symbols of Agriculture and Industry in the angles, WE STAND BEHIND YOU, 35.59 grammes of 18 carat gold, UNC with matt finish, officially numbered 105 on the edge
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
Shakespeare Memorial undated (1847) 38mm diameter in bronze by Allen & Moore BHM 2297, Obverse: Draped Bust of William Shakespeare bare head left, WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE, Reverse: View of Shakespeare's birthplace. In Exergue: THE HOUSE IN WHICH THE IMMORTAL BARD WAS BORN AT STRATFORD UPON AVON 1564 in four lines, EF
Sir Charles Napier 1854 44mm diameter in bronze by Allen & Moore Eimer 1488, BHM 2533, Obverse: Uniformed figure of Sir Charles Napier standing before a capstan and cannon, SIR CHARLES NAPIER , 'LADS, WAR IS DECLARED' Reverse: Starboard broadside view of 'The Duke of Wellington' ship, in exergue: FLAG SHIP within a rope circle, EF with a small area of verdigris on the obverse, Rare
The 2011 Royal Mint Silver Medal - Coin Minting during the age of the Tudors 63mm diameter in silver, 155.38 grammes, depicting many aspects of the coinage of Henry VIII the design featuring many of the mintmarks found on the coins of Henry VII UNC in antique finish in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
The Pistrucci Waterloo 200th Anniversary Medal undated (2015) 250 grammes of .999 silver matt finished FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificates and booklet
The United Nations Peace Medal 1974 by Franklin Mint Silver Proof FDC in the box of issue, Medallic Covers (3) 1973 Royal Wedding of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips comprising Silver Medal and stamps (2) 20p and 3 1/2p UNC on the envelope of issue in the white wallet, Berlin Airlift 1948-1949 50th Anniversary comprising bronze commemorative medal UNC and 4x First Class stamps, UNC on the envelope of issue, Apollo-Soyuz Space Mission 1975 comprising Crown-sized Medal Silver Proof nFDC along with Russia stamp 20 Kopek and USA Stamp 10 Cents, on the envelope of issue in the blue folder with certificate
Treaty of Ryswick 1697 Fortunes of Prince James 1697 (2) 25mm diameter in bronze by N. Roettier Eimer 374, Obverse: Bust left armoured and draped, IAC : WALIIAE PRINCEPS, Reverse: A radiate sun, partially eclipsed, above a calm sea CLARIORE . E . TENEBRIS, date in exergue, Fine. 1697 25mm diameter in bronze by N. Roettier Eimer 376, Obverse: Bust left armoured and draped, IAC : WALIIAE PRINCEPS, Reverse: A radiate sun rising above a calm sea, OMNIA. FACIT. IPSE. SERENA Good Fine, the obverse with light pitting
William Roscoe - Centenary of His Birth 1853 47mm diameter in bronze, by Allen & Moore BHM 2515 Obverse: Bust left , ROSCOE, Reverse: CENTENARY OF THE BIRTH - DAY OF ROSCOE. LIVERPOOL MARCH VIII . MDCCCLIII within a wreath, NEF
Abyssinian War Medal (1867-1868) awarded to W.J.Fellowes Asst. Eng. 1CL. H.M.S. Argus, Bright VF with no mount. Note : approximately 177 medals were awarded to H.M.S. Argus
First World War II Medal 1914-1918 awarded to 19909 Pte. E.F.Rigby 10th Canadian Infantry, EF toned, boxed with ribbon, comes with letter detailing the award of the 1914-1915 Star to Pte. Rigby, who was killed in action 9/8/1917. He is buried at Nelson Memorial Park, BritishColumbia, Canada
Japan (23) 1937 Chinese Incident, Second Sino-Japanese War in bronze with ribbon and bar (3) VF, NEF and NEF the third boxed, Japan 2600th National AnniversaryCommemorative Medal 1940 in bronze GEF boxed, Japan - Manchurian Foundation National Merit Medal 1933 VF with ribbon, boxed, Japan 1931-1934 Manchurian incident in bronze with ribbon and bar, Japan 1920-1921 First National Census EF with ribbon, the reverse with a few small spots, Japan 1894 Sino-Japanese War, in bronze, EF with some light surface residue, this possibly removable with care, Japan 1904-05 Russo-Japanese War medal in gilded bronze GEF in the wooden box of issue, Japan 1914-1920 Russo-Japan War GEF in the wooden box of issue, Japan Fire Brigade badges (6) a merit badge for the Imperial Visit of Prince Nashimoto 1937. The design shows a pair of Phoenix flanking an Edo era Fireman's signal device (Matoi), struck to commemorate the Prince's Visit to the Hiroshima Fire Brigade (April 9, 1937) the legend on the reverse shows the date of the visit. Made by the Nagai Medal Company VF with pin on reverse, along with a further group of Japanese Fire Brigade Badges (5) includes merit and Long Service badges, mostly 1930s issues one with red enamelling, another with green enamelling, these in the wooden boxes of issue, Japan Order of the Rising Sun 7th Class in silver with both sides enamelled, with ribbon, hook and eye, EF boxed, Order of the Rising Sun 8th Class in silver (3) NEF to EF boxed, The order is awarded to those who have made distinguished achievements in the following fields: international relations, promotion of Japanese culture, advancements in their field, development in welfare or preservation of the environment. Prior to the end of the Second World War, it was also awarded for exemplary military service. Beginning in 2003, the two lowest rankings (7th and 8th classes) for the Order of the Rising Sun were abolished, with the highest degree becoming a separate order known as the Order of the Paulownia Flowers, with the single rank of Grand Cordon. While it is the third highest order bestowed by the Japanese government, it is however generally the highest ordinarily conferred order. Japan Order of the Sacred Treasure 8th Class GVF in the box of issue, along with Japan (2) non-military award medals 44mm diameter each with a white enamelled book in the centre with dark blue, pale blue and red enamelling in the blue folders of issue, along with an additional box this unrelated
World War I a group of three awarded to Lieu. T. H. Speak R.N.R. comprising British War Medal, Victory Medal and Mercantile Marine Medal EF to GEF, World War I a pair British War Medal and Victory Medal awarded to G-12994 Pte. W.T. Court E. Kent. R., NEF to EF, a World War I Cap badge - Mine Clearance Service 83mm x 60mm, and George VICoronation Medal 1937 Reverse: Britannia seated right CANADA. INDIA. S.AFRICA. AUSTRALIA. NEW ZEALAND. BRITAIN VF, and a Masonic Jewel with DEO REGI FRATRIBUS hand-inscribed on a six-pointed star, in silver gilded, maker's mark W.H.T EF boxed
World War II group of six, 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star with 8th Army bar, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939-1945 and Territorial Efficiency Medal Type Aa, with INDIAE IMP legend, awarded to 871144 Pte. S.W. Quick A.C.C, along with Dunkirk Medal 1940, in bronze, an unofficial award to commemorate the Defence of the town by Allied forces during Operation Dynamo between 29th May and June 3rd 1940 UNC boxed
Admiral Lord Nelson - A Set of four commemorative Visitor Souvenirs from HMS Victory (c.1905), each in gilt-brass, in the form of a life-belt set on an anchor-shaped backing, with photographic centres of respectively, a Black-and -White Portrait of Nelson, The Victory, 'Trafalgar October 21 1805' and 'England Expects That Every Man Will Do His Duty', the centres within protective covers, the last with it's cover broken. Overall around VF, An interesting and historical set and seldom offered
Battle of Culloden 1746 51mm diameter in silver by R.Yeo Eimer 604, Obverse: Bust right armoured GULIELMUS. GEOR. II R. FIL. DUX. CUMBRIAE. Reverse: Britannia seated left, is assisted by the Duke, as Hercules, who tramples upon Discord. Exergue: PERDVELLIB. EX. ANG. FVGAT. AD. CULLOD. DEBELLAT 16. APR 1746, 52.07 grammes, GVF with old grey tone and some small edge nicks
Battle of Dunbar Military Reward 1650 on an oval flan 30mm x 35mm, type a3 in lead, these thought to be struck in the 18th or 19th Century, Obverse: Bust of Cromwell left, armoured and draped, in the distance is a battle scene THE LORD OF HOSTS . WORD. AT. DUNBAR. SEPTEM: Y.3.1650, Reverse: Speaker seated facing, in an assembled Parliament Eimer 181a3, Fine or a little better and scarce
City of LondonImperialVolunteers 1900, 76mm diameter in bronze by G.Frampton, Eimer 1848, BHM 3684, Obverse: A soldier of the C.I.V proclaimed by a fanfare and welcomed by Londinia seated on a dais, around- oak branches entwined with 14 labels commemorating the C.I.Vs various actions in the South African War. In Exergue: PRO PATRIA REGINA ET VRBE, Reverse: The Union and C.I.V. flags flying on a hill surrounded by trees, sun on horizon and cannons in the foreground. In Exergue: THE CITY OF LONDON IMPERIAL VOLVNTEERS RAISED AND EQVIPPED FOR THE WAR IN SOUTH AFRICA BY THE CITIZENS OF LONDON FORMED DECEMBER 1899 RETVRNED TO LONDON OCTOBER 1900, GEF in a Corporation of the City of London box, only 550 issued
City of London School, New Buildings 1882, 77mm diameter in bronze by J.S and A.B.Wyon, Eimer 1690, BHM 3133, Welch 18, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, ALBERT EDWARD ALEXANDRA, Reverse: A façade of the school building, flanked by the shields of the Prince of Wales, left, and the City of London, right, CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL NEW BUILDINGS OPENED , In Exergue: BY HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES 12 DEC. 1882, UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued
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
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 52mm diameter in bronze by G.Frampton Eimer 1872 Obverse Busts left conjoined and draped, EDWRDVS.VII.REX.ET.IMP.ET ALEXANDRA REG. Reverse Imperial Crown upon radiate circle, lion above, flanked by two trees decorated by the Scottish lion, left and the Irish harp, right Exergue: TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION OF KING. EDWARD. VI AND QVEEN. ALEXANDRA 1902, 54.35 grammes, A/UNC with a small edge nick
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1871, BHM 3737, 81.51 grammes, Toned UNC with traces of lustre, a most attractive example, in the red box of issue
Coronation of James II 1685 34mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier, Eimer 273, the official Coronation issue Obverse Bust right Laureate, armoured and draped, IACOBVS. II. D.G. ANG. SCO. FR. ET. HI. REX Reverse a Laurel Wreath upon a cushion; above a hand issuing from heaven. A. MILITARI. AD. REGIAM. Exergue: INAVGVRAT. 23. AR. 1685 , 14.55g, About Fine
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
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in gold by W.Wyon, Obverse: after F.Chantry, Bust of the King right, with C on truncation WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, Reverse: Bust of Adelaide right, diademed ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT . CROWNED SEP: 8 1831 Eimer 1251, BHM 1475, The Official Royal Mint issue, 27.54 grammes, EF or near so with some contact marks and rim nicks, Rare and desirable
Corporation of London - New Council Chamber, Guildhall London 1884 77mm diameter in bronze Obverse: A detailed interior view of the Council Chamber, flanked by two heraldic panels, THE NEW COUNCIL CHAMBER. GUILDHALL OF LONDON. OPENED 2ND OCTOBER 1884. In Exergue: The City of London shield. Reverse: Londinia standing before the Civic Chair, attended, right, by Mercury and Commerce addressing her Council, standing and seated before her. In Exergue: City Sword and Mace entwined by a ribbon bearing the city motto. Eimer 1705, BHM 3177 Bright GEF, comes in a different Corporation of London box, The box lid states - Presented to the Burgomasters and Aldermen of Belgium to commemorate their visit to the City of London 14th May 1888 --- The Right Hon. Polydore de Keyser, Lord Mayor, Sheriffs: Major Horatio David Davies, William Alpheus Higgs Esq.. The medal which was intended for this box was commissioned but never issued, so the box extremely rare and sought after by collectors of this series
Death of Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Albany. 1763-1827 60mm diameter in bronze, by Benedetto Pistrucci. Issued by Hamlet. Dually dated 16 August 1763 and 5 January 1827. FREDERICK DUKE OF YORK AND ALBANY, head right; ΠΙΣTPYKKI/AYTOΠTHΣ/EΠOIEI in three lines and HAMLET below / 23-line inscription. BHM 1283; Eimer 1189. 109.79 grammes, EF with a few small spots on the obverse, with an impressive high relief portrait
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
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
Electoral Medal 1818 47mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: A vase with an eagle on the lid, two females holding a wreath with 1055 within. Reverse: A similar vase except that two females hold a scroll on which COOKE/&/INDE-/PEN-/DENCE/1818 BHM 972 (RR), 48.05 grammes, NEF and unusual. In 1818 Colonel Cooke unsuccessfully contested the seat for the city of York. He polled 1055 votes and the following November was presented with a cup valued at 150 Guineas, undoubtedly that which is represented on this medal. His obituary appears in the Gentleman's magazine in 1852. An interesting piece of political history.
France - Life-saving award Obverse: Bust of Napoleon III to right, NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR, Reverse: An Oval shield with inscription with supporters a female figure to left, holding a laurel branch, and Mercury to right with caduceus, each upon a pedestal decorated with an olive branch MINSTERE DE LA MARINE ET DES COLONIES. Upon the shield, the name of the recipient A RICHARD CURNOW MARIN ANGLAIS SERVICES RENDUS A LA MARINE MARCHANDE FRANCAISE 1866, EF with suspension ball on the top, an impressive piece
George I of Greece, Visit to the City of London 1880 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1668, BHM 3077, Welch 16, Obverse: Head of George I left, GEORGE 1st. KING OF THE HELLENES, Reverse: Londinia, accompanied by Britannia welcomes Hellas, beyond, St. Paul's Cathedral, left, and Parthenon right. In Exergue: JUNE 16. 1880, UNC with some light verdigris on the reverse, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued
George IV and related (3) Death of Queen Caroline 1821 Eimer 1148, BHM 1138 40mm diameter in White Metal by P.Kempson, Obverse: Bust left, laureate and draped, CAROLINE D:G: BRITT:REGINA, Reverse: A Funerary urn on a plinth, HERE CALUMNY AND SLANDER CEASE TO WOUND, NEF, Queen Caroline - Withdrawal of the Divorce Bill 1820, Eimer 1133, BHM 1032 40mm diameter in White Metal, by P.Kempson, Obverse: Bust left, laureate and draped, CAROLINE D:G: BRITT:REGINA, Reverse: Peace, holding a scroll inscribed NO BILL, raises the kneeling figure of Caroline VIRTUE WHEN WOUNDED FLOURISHES, in Exergue: NOV. 10. Fine with dark tone, George Prince of Wales Appointed Regent 1811 43mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: Bust left draped, H.R.H. GEORGE PRINCE OF WALES REGENT, HE GOVERNS IN WISDOM. INSTALLED 6 FEB 1811. BORN 12 AUG, 1762 Reverse: A Lion Lamb and cornucopia, with a Dove of Peace above, in the distance a church, Fine, holed, Kings and Queen's in bronze by J.Dassier (4) Mary II, 44.03 grammes NVF, Queen Anne, 25.88 grammes, VF, Edward II, a later bronzed issue, 36.46 grammes, NVF, Edward V, 34.49 grammes, Fair with corroded surfaces, Mary as Regent 1690 49mm diameter in bronze by J. or N. Roettier Eimer 320, Obverse: Bust right, draped MARIA. II. D.G.MAG.BR. FR. ET. HIB. REGINA. Reverse: A Full moon amid clouds and stars over a landscape, VELVT. INTER. IGNES. LVNA. MINORES Fine, holed on the edge at the top, cased
International Society of Postmasters 1975-1977 Official Commemorative issues, a collection of 36 all Crown-sized and in .925 Silver, housed in an album on their respective First Day Covers, with all inserts, all coins Proofs, 24 Troy oz. .925 Silver weight nFDC to FDC
International Society of Postmasters 1975-1977 Official Commemorative issues, a collection of 36 all Crown-sized and in .925 Silver, housed in an album on their respective First Day Covers, with all inserts, all coins Proofs, 24 Troy oz. .925 Silver weight nFDC to FDC
Iran - Mohammad Reza Shah AH1346 (1967) Coronation of Farah Diba Pahlavi as Shahbanu of Iran. 30mm diameter in silver, 10.95 grammes UNC and attractively tone, come with ticket stating 'Court Collection £250'
King Edward VII and Alexandra, Visit to the City of London 1902, 76mm diameter in bronze by Searle & Co. Eimer 1874, BHM 3868, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined and draped, Alexandra crowned IN HONOUR OF THE VISIT OF THEIR MAJESTIES KING EDWARD VII AND QUEEN ALEXANDRA TO THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF LONDON 25.OCT. 1902. Reverse: Londonia presents a welcoming address to the King and Queen seated, right, upon a dais. To the left, a ribbon inscribed CIVIVM AMOR ET FIDES and to right, a fanfare blown by Fame, beyond, a facade of the Guildhall, In Exergue: A sceptre and mace, A/UNC with minor cabinet friction, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 300 issued
Man's First Moon Landing 1969 Apollo 11 Mission 57mm diameter in silver by M.Rizzello Obverse: Portraits of Michael Collins, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin facing, in space suits MAN'S FIRST MOON LANDING, In Exergue COLLINS ARMSTRONG ALDRIN 20.7.1969 AD, Reverse: The Apollo 11 Landing craft APOLLO 11 MISSION, numbered 1741 on the edge, 70.98 grammes of silver, UNC in the box of issue with certificate and newspaper cutting showing the medal and details of the issue and designer
Marriage of George, Duke of York, to Princess Mary of Teck 1893, 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1780, BHM 3452, Welch 25, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, Bust of Mary draped, T.R.H. THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF YORK MDCCCXCIII, Reverse: The couple advancing in a triumphal car driven by Cupid and drawn by two horses, left, approach an archway inscribed FELICITAS and GM monogram and are welcomed by Londinia. In Exergue : JULY 6. 1893, UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Marriage of Leopold, Duke of Albany to Princess Helen of Waldeck 1881 64mm diameter in bronze by J.S. & A.B. Wyon, Eimer 1687, Obverse Conjoined busts right LEOPOLD OF ALBANY. K.G. PRINCESS HELEN OF WALDECK, Reverse: Armorial Shields of the couple, with ribbon below, inscribed 27 APRIL 1882 all within an ornamental quatrefoil, 161.71 grammes, EF with some scratches in the field and some light surface residue
Masonic (2) Silver enamelled badges (2) Benevolent Institution 1921 and Institution for Boys 1923, in five different colours, both hallmarked, Religious Medals (7) Catholic and Christian (3 in silver) includes two 17mm diameter each with the Lord's Prayer on the reverse, Fine to GVF
Medallic Gold 2015 The Royal Baby Gold Commemorative Obverse: Heraldic Royal Arms, Reverse: Title and Birth Date of Princess Charlotte, with hallmark, Gold Proof 8 grammes of 22 carat gold, FDC in the Harrington & Byrne box of issue with certificate
Medallion St. Christopher medallion engraved on the back 'TO CAPT. J. MOLLISON. FROM ST. CHRISTOPHER'S CONFRATERNITY NEW YORK AUGUST 8, 1933, 4.27 grammes of 12 Carat gold, VF
Medals (2) 1731 Second Treaty of Vienna 47mm diameter in bronze by J.Croker, Obverse: Bust left, laureate GEORGIVS . II . D:G: MAG: BRI: FRA: ET. H: REX . F.D. Reverse: Neptune in his marine car commends tranquillity from the winds PRAESTAT. COMPONERE, In Exergue: FOEDVS VIENNENSE M.DCC XXXI. Eimer 523, NVF. Italy - Francesco Niccolo Gabburri - Presidency of the Accademia del Disegono, Florence 89mm diameter cast in brass, 151.40 grammes, GVF with some light scratches and porosity
Medals (5) France Insurance Company undated 1897-1906 37mm diameter in silver by Stern, Obverse: LA FONCIERE CAPITAL QUARANTE MILLIONS - COMPAGNE D'ASSURANCES SUR LA VIE in four lines Reverse : Pax seated LA FONCIERE, in Exergue PAX, EF and lustrous (3) along with France Marriage Medal undated (1845-1860) 30mm diameter in silver by F.M Petit, the reverse inscribed 4 Juin 1887 within a wreath EF, France Marriage Medal undated in silver by Montagny 28mm diameter the reverse uninscribed with a GC monogram, within a wreath, EF
Medals and Tokens (7) comprising Medals (6) Nelson's Flagship the Foudroyant 1897 37mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1813, BHM 3613 GEF/AU with traces of lustre, International Exhibition 1862 41mm diameter in White metal by Pinches NEF, Calendar Medals (2) 1775 38mm diameter in brass Fine, 1791 38mm diameter in copper VG/Fine, Prussia Frederick the Great 1757 38mm diameter inn brass Reverse: Eagle flies across city view, REX NATURA date in exergue, Fine, Medalet 10mm diameter Battle of Albuera 13 May 1812 Cuidad Rodrigo 6 Jan.Badajoz 27 Sep. Good Fine, Token Penny 1794 Earl Howe DH6 in white metal GVF
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
Operation Raleigh 1984-1988 a 12-piece set 50mm diameter each 53 grammes of .925 silver each medal with a reverse depicting flora, fauna, birds or animals native to twelve different countries or regions:- United Kingdom, USA, Caribbean, Central America, South America, South Atlantic, Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand, Japan, Oman and Africa, nFDC to FDC some with light toning, in the box of issue with certificate
Prince Albert, Freedom of the City of London 1885 a 2-medal set, both 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1717, BHM 3182, Welch 20, Obverse: Bust right, within a wreath of roses, shamrocks and thistles, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT VICTOR EDWARD OF WALES. BORN JANUARY 8th 1864, Reverse: The Prince and Princess of Wales, together with the Lord Mayor, presiding as Prince Albert Victor received the Freedom from the Chamberlain. RECEIVING THE FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON JUNE 29th 1885. In Exergue: The City Arms, very minor friction to the highest points only, A/UNC to UNC, in the maroon Corporation of the City of London box of issue with gilt lettering on the lid
Prize Medals (3) 1902 Dunlop Agricultural Society 48mm diameter in silver, unnamed , presented by J.Cameron & Son, Kilmarnock, for best Ayrshire Bull, 44.07 grammes of sterling silver, GVF, 1909 Obverse: A shire horse Reverse: Presented by W.Montgomery, The Banks, Kirkcudbright, won by A.Pate Redpath 30th Sept. 1909 GVF, ArmyAthletics Association 38mm diameter in bronze - Boys Inter-Unit Zone Winner 1960 NEF
Roberts Birds a 5-medal set in silver 51mm diameter by Franklin Mint (numbers 46-50) comprising White Ibis, Nene, Purple Martin, Bluebird and Rough-Legged Hawk issues FDC in the boxes of issue (four are still sealed)
South African War-related (2) South Africa War National Commemorative 1900 45mm diameter in White Metal by F.Bowcher, Eimer 1851a, BHM 3680, Obverse: A Soldier with head bandaged stands of rugged ground cocking his rifle, THE NATIONAL COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL 1899-1900 Reverse: THIS MEDAL COMMEMORATES THE MAGNIFICENTV RESPONSE OF BRITAIN'S SONS TO THE EMPIRE'S CALL TO ARMS! TRANSVAAL WAR 1899-1900, In the centre, to left a Union flag and palm branch tied to a staff decorated with a rose, thistle and a shamrock. THE QUEEN BLESS HER. On the bottom edge DAILY MAIL KIPLING POEM NVF/VF, South Africa War - Memorial 1900 52mm diameter in bronze by E.Fuchs Eimer 1850, Obverse: An angel with an olive-branch kneels over a fallen soldier clutching a flag; beyond, soldiers and tents on a battlefield. TO THE MEMORYOF THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR QUEEN AND COUNTRY, Below, a plaque SOUTH AFRICAN CAMPAIGN 1899 1900. Reverse : a helmeted figure of Bellona standing on a rocky ledge sheathing her sword, below, columns of departing troops march along the coast towards waiting ships. In the background a radiant sun inscribed PAX over distant mountains EF boxed. SS Normandie 68mm diameter in bronze by Jean de Vernon Obverse: view of the ship NORMANDIE 79280 Tx.In Exergue Cie Gle TRANSATLANTIQUE French Line LE HAVRE NEW YORK 1935 in four lines, Reverse: A female figure standing with sea and horse behind EF
St. George and the Dragon Silver medal, undated (2010), 80mm diameter, in .999 silver, with 'antique' finish, FDC in the black Royal Mint box of issue with booklet-style certificate
The Britannia Commemorative Society a 30-medal set each medal 44mm diameter in .999 silver medals depicting Benjamin Disraeli, Henry VIII, Lawrence of Arabia, Richard III, Francis Bacon, The Royal Navy, Westminster Abbey, The Black Prince, John and Sarah Churchill, Gilbert and Sullivan, Boadicea, The Battle of El Alamein (2), Conquest of Mount Everest, Inigo Jones and Sir Christopher Wren, London Guildhall, Gordon and Kitchener, Henry II and Eleanor - The First Plantagenets, Christopher Marlowe and Ben Jonson, Robert Bruce, George Bernard Shaw, The Four Saints - George, David, Patrick and Andrew, Duke of Monmouth Rebellion, Clive of India, Roman Britain, Rudyard Kipling, Jonathan Swift, Jacobites, Henry V, Queen Elizabeth II each issued by the Britannia Society, Prooflike UNC, a few with light toning, total weight 40 troy oz. in the large black album of issue
The Great Western Railway 150th Anniversary Medal 1985 63mm diameter 151.57 grammes in silver by the Royal Mint UNC in the box of issue with certificate, only 500 issued
The Railway Sesquicentennial Medallic First Day Cover 1975 comprising Crown-sized silver medallion Prooflike UNC and a set of 4x stamps 7p, 8p, 10p and 12p, UNC in the wallet of issue, 500th Anniversary of the Birth of Michelangelo Medallic First Day Cover comprising Crown-sized silver medallion Prooflike UNC with set of stamps, 40 Lire, 50 Lire and 90 Lire UNC in the wallet of issue, GB Silver Stamp replicas each 60mm x 45mm and in sterling silver, total weight 9.5 Troy oz, UNC with some light toning, Commemorativeplaques 1977 Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II each oval 65mm x 50mm with a silver shield-shaped coat-of-arms, UNC in a wooden glass-topped frame
USA. Hudson-Fulton Celebration Medal 1909 101mm diameter in silver by Emile Fuchs, struck by Whitehead and Hoag for the American Numismatic Society. A joint celebration of the 300th Anniversary of the Hudson River and the 100th Anniversary of the First successful commercial application of the paddle steamer. 325.33 grammes of sterling silver. Obverse: A scene on board ship, DISCOVERY OF HUDSON RIVER BY HENRY HUDSON A.D. MDCIX . THE AMERICAN NUMISMATIC SOCIETY HUDSON-FULTON CELEBRATION COMM. Below: A sailing ship HALVE MAENE, Reverse: Three seated female figures representing Steam Navigation, History and Commerce, above: a portrait of Robert Fulton (1765-1815) and views of New York in 1807 and 1909, in Exergue: FIRST USE OF STEAM NAVIGATION ON THE HUDSON RIVER 1807, EF or better, in antique silver finish, We note that smaller sizes have been produced of this medal in 51mm and 63mm diameters, we have not been above to locate another 101mm diameter example. An impressive and imposing piece, and highly desirable in this high grade
Victor Emmanuel II Visit to the City of London 1855, 76mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1499 by B.Wyon, issued by the Corporation of London Obverse: Bust left, VICTORIUS EMMANUEL II REX SARDINIAE IN LONDINIUM A PRAESIDE CIVIBUSQUE RECEPTUS Reverse: Britannia seated right, Londinia standing at her side, welcomes the standing figure of Sardinia, LIBERI LIBERIS GRATULANTUR SOCIIS Exergue: Dec.4 1855 divided by the City shield UNC toned in the original Corporation of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 350 struck
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
Army Driving Awards (6) 1937-1941 (Safe Driving Competition Medal and five bars), in silver, 1942-1946 (five oak-leaf style bars on ribbon), 1947-1951 (five bars on ribbon), 1952-1956 (five bars on ribbon), 1957-1961 with bronze medal and five bars, 1962-1968 Road Operators Safety Council bronze medal and six bars (no bar for 1967) GVF to EF
Canada Memorial Cross, World War I , in sterling silver, named to 53840 Pte. T. Priestley GVF with purple ribbon, in box with card, and with an additional empty box
World War I (18) British War Medals 1914-1918 (5), one missing the ribbon bar, World War I Victory Medals (5) one missing the suspension loop, 1914 Star, 1914-15 Stars (5), in mixed grades to EF, a World War I pair to P-5989 L.Cpl. T.Wensley M.M.P. mounted for wear, World War II (6) War Medals (3), Defence Medals (3) in mixed grades to EF
World War II a group of five, comprising 1939-45 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, War Medal (this with Mentioned In Dispatches Pin) and Territorial Efficient Service Medal George VI (Type Ab, legend ends FID:DEF) the last named Capt. H.A.S. Davies R.A, EF mounted as worn
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
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
A pair of medals in white metal (2) comprising (1) London Bridge Opened 1831, 26mm diameter in white metal by B.Wyon, Eimer 1247, BHM 1545, Obverse: City of London Shield, crest and motto, Reverse: LONDON BRIDGE COMMENCED 15. JUNE 1825 OPENED 1. AUGUST 1831, Above: Bridge of the Bridge-House Estates, Issued by the Corporation of the City of London, GVF, (2) Reform Bill 1832 50mm diameter in white metal by T. Halliday, Eimer 1256, BHM 1587, Obverse: portrait medallion of KING WILLIAM IV. KING OF GREAT BRITAIN in a central circle, around three segments detailing the text of the Reform Bill, Reverse: Justice and Mercury observe Britannia, brandishing a sword, who drives Corruption , holding a money-bag, into the sea. Above: a radiate triangle inscribed KING LORDS COMMONS. BRITANNIA SUPPORTED BY JUSTICE DRIVES CORRUPTION FROM THE CONSTITUTION. In Exergue: MDCCCXXXII, NVF
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
Accession of William IV 1830 55mm diameter in silver by E.Thomason, Eimer 1221, BHM 1423, Obverse: Bust of the King, right, HIS MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY WILLIAM 1830, Reverse: Bust of the Queen, right, draped, HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY QUEEN ADELAIDE 1830, 85.5 grammes, VF pleasantly toned, with some surface marks, listed as Very Rare by BHM
Alexander II, Visit to the City of London 1874, Eimer 1634/BHM 2981, Welch 14, A uniface reverse medal, Reverse: Londinia, attended by two cupids, welcomes the Czar standing opposite her. Peace, her wings outstretched, stands over the couple, To left, an altar decorated with the Russian eagle. SERVORUM EMNACIPATOR LIBERAE CIVITATIS HOSPES XVIII MAII MDCCCLXXIV. In Exergue: LONDINI VF, cleaned and lacquered, unusual. Joseph Fry Bicentenary 1928, 51mm diameter in bronze, by H.Youngman, Eimer 2013, BHM 4221, Obverse: Bust left, draped and wearing a hat, JOSEPH FRY 1728-1787, Reverse: A flourishing cocoa plant upon the globe, J.S.FRY & SONS Ltd BICENTENARY 1928, UNC boxed. Sinking of the S.S. Lusitania 1915 55mm diameter Eimer 1941A, BHM 4118 EF with some rust spots, boxed with newspaper cutting, the box lid detached. Replica Oliver CromwellDeath Medal, original by J.Dassier 37mm diameter in white metal EF. 150th Anniversary of the World's First Public Railway, by the Nordon Art Company, Obverse: Bust of George Stephenson facing, Father of the Railways, 1781-1848, Reverse: The 'Locomotion No.1' 1825 and British Rail High Speed Train 1975, WORLD'S FIRST PUBLIC RAILWAY. THEC STOCKTON & DARLINGTON , UNC and lustrous, boxed
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
Battle of Hastings 900th Anniversary, the Official Medal of the County Borough of Hastings, 1966 a 3-medal set in silver by John Pinches comprising 57mm, 45mm and 32mm diameter issues, each medal hallmarked and numbered 47 on the edge, UNC to nFDC toned, total weight 148.4 grammes
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
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
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
British Victories of the Peninsular War, a bronze box medal undated, (1815) 45mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Eimer 1075a, BHM 885, Obverse: Bust of the Duke of Wellington, left, uniformed, DUKE OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: BY THE CONSUMMATE SKILL AS A GENERAL HE HAS RAISED THE BRITISH ARMY TO THE HIGHEST EXCELLENCE, & HIMSELF THE MOST NOBLE, EXALTED HERO, IN THE ANNALS OF HISTORY, all within a wreath, containing 14 discs with the names and dates of military campaigns, NEF, the discs with a small amount of tape on each
Calendar Medal 1776 38mm diameter in brass comes with an NGC ticket stating ' Ineligible type' GVF, Inscribed Iran 2000 Dinars (2 Kran) AH1303 KM#905, the reverse inscribed CASE. A. J.DP.R F A 850581 City view and BAGHDAD 1918 below, Fine, Ex-Mount
Centenary of Wesleyan Methodism 1839 a 2-medal set both 48mm diameter in bronze by C.F.Carter, the first Eimer 1329b, BHM 1895, Obverse: Bust left, draped, JOHN WESLEY.M.A. BORN JUNE 14th 1703. DIED MARCH 2nd 1791, Reverse: Façade of building CENTENARY OF WESLYAN METHODISM. 1839. 'THE WORLD IS MY PARISH'. In Exergue : CENTENARY HALL AND MISSION HOUSE LONDON. EF/GEF, the second Eimer 1330 variety, Obverse: Bust of Charles Wesley facing, three-quarters left CHARLES WESLEY M.A. BORN 1708 DIED MARh 29. 1788. Reverse: CENTENARY OF WESLYAN METHODISM 1839, 'GOD BURIES HIS WORKMEN, BUT CARRIES ON HIS WORK. and inscription in 6 lines: O FOR A TRUMPET VOICE, ON ALL THE WORLD TO CALL! TO BID THEIR HEARTS REJOICE. IN HIM WHO DIED FOR ALL! FOR ALL, MY LORD WAS CRUCIFIED FOR ALL FOR ALL MY SAVIOUR DIED, this medal not usually found with this reverse, mentioned as a footnote to Eimer 1330, BHM does not mention that these are known as a pair, EF with the odd small carbon spot, in a red 2-medal contemporary box
Charles I, Death and Memorial, undated (1649) 50mm diameter in bronze by J. and N. Roettier, Eimer 162a, 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 VIRVT EX.ME.FORTVNAM.EX. ALIJS, Good Fine or better with some spots
City of London School 1834 58mm diameter in bronze by B.Wyon, Eimer 1279, BHM 1680, Issued by the Corporation of London. Obverse: Façade of the school building, CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL, In Exergue: FOUNDED BY THE CORPORATION 1834 I.B.BUNNING ARCH. Reverse: Knowledge seated right, instructs a youth who leans upon a tablet, inscribed IOHN CARPENTER 1447, and decorated with the City Arms FOR THE RELIGIOUS & VIRTUOUS EDUCATION OF BOYS & THEIR INSTRUCTION IN LITERATURE & USEFUL KNOWLEDGE. EF with a few small spots
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
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 Medals (2) George V Coronation 1911 51mm diameter in silver Eimer 1922a, BHM 4022 the Official Royal Mint issue, VF, with signs of mounting on the edge, Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 34mm diameter in silver, Bust of the King left, crowned and draped, 12.48 grammes UNC with some hairlines
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 64mm diameter in bronze by E.Fuchs Eimer 1870, BHM 3772, Obverse Busts conjoined, crowned and draped, KING EDWARD VII QUEEN ALEXANDRA Reverse female figure seated right displaying an oval shield, inscribed 26 June 1902 bearing the royal Arms, looks towards Westminster Abbey, beyond, above, a radiate crown, EF the reverse with a few small tone spots
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in bronze by B.Pistrucci Eimer 1146, BHM 1070, the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: GEORGIUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory behind. Before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, PROPRIO JAM JURE ANIMO PATERNO, In Exergue: INAUGURATUS DIE. JULII XIX. ANNO MDCCCXXI, GEF in the round red case of issue
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in copper by B. Pistrucci, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1146, Obverse: Bust left Laureate GEORGIUS IIII D.G. BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory, behind, before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia PROPRIO JAM JURE ANIMO PATERNO in exergue: INAUGURATUS/ DIE. JULII. XIX. /ANNO.MDCCCXXI, 22.54 grammes, UNC and attractively toned, a very attractive example, comes with the round red case of issue, this with the lid detached, seldom seen in this high grade
Coronation of George VI 1937 57mm diameter in silver Eimer 2046a, BHM 4314, by P. Metcalfe, The official Royal Mint issue, 92.18 grammes, UNC with matt finish and choice, in the Royal Mint box of issue
Coronation of George VI 1937 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish, Eimer 2046a, BHM 4314a, The Official Royal Mint issue, 82.92 grammes, EF toned, the edge with some light scuffing around the date on the obverse, in the Royal Mint box of issue
Coronation of George VI 1937 57mm diameter in silver with matt finish, Eimer 2046a, BHM 4314a, The Official Royal Mint issue, 90.46 grammes UNC or near so, in the Royal Mint box of issue
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in bronze by W.WyonEimer 1251, BHM 1475, The official Royal Mint issue after F.Chantrey, Obverse : Bust of William IV right, with raised C on truncation, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP:8 1831, Reverse: Bust, right, diademed, of Queen Adelaide ADELAIDE. QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP : 8 1831. UNC or near so with minor cabinet friction, in the round black case of issue
Coronation of William IV 1831 55mm diameter in White Metal by T.W. Ingram, BHM 1486, Obverse KING WILLIAM IV BORN AUGt 21st 1765. QUEEN ADELAIDE BORN AUG 13th 1792. MARRIED JULY 1818. ASCENDED JUNE 26 1830. in 7 lines, a radiant crown above, within a wreath, Reverse: Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia stand before the King and Queen and observe the ceremony attended by Fame above, In Exergue: CROWNED SEPt. 8th 1831. GVF
Death of Lord Effingham 1791, 35mm diameter in gilt by J.Milton, Eimer 844, BHM 353, Obverse: Bust left, THO. HOWARD . COM. DE. EFFINGHAM. REI. MONET. PRAEF. 1784. Reverse: Britannia seated left upon a globe, over which she pours coinage from a cornucopia, PRO PATRIAE, Edge: NATVS. XIII. JAN. MDCCXLVII. OB. XV. NOV. MDCCXCI. AET. XLIV, 20.90 grammes, VF/GVF with some surface marks, unlisted in gilt by Eimer, the gilt type listed by BHM as RRR (Extremely Rare). Note: Thomas Howard (1747-1791) who became the Third Earl of Effingham upon the death of his father in 1763, became known as a strong neutralist during the period of the American Revolution. A proponent of neither side, he disagreed with the rebellion of the colonists, but also with their taxation without representation. In his protest against any war against the colonies, he famously resigned his post – an act which later garnered him attention in the new country with the naming of a frigate after him, as well as counties in both Georgia and Illinois. After his military career, he served posts as Deputy Earl Marshal, Treasurer of the King’s Household, Master of the Mint (1784-1789), and Governor of Jamaica (1790-1791)
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)
Death of Taylor Combe 1826, 45mm diameter in bronze by W.J.Taylor, after B.Pistrucci, Eimer 1184, BHM 1258, Obverse: Bust of Combe left, Reverse: Legend in 9 lines within a wreath TAYLOR COMBE M.A. SEC. ROY. SOC. DIRECT. SOC. ANT. KEEPER OF COINS & ANTIQUITIES BRITISH MUSEUM DIED 1826 AGED 52, NEF/GEF the obverse lightly cleaned
Death of the Duke of Cambridge, 1850 61mm diameter in white metal by G.G.Adams, BHM 2392, Obverse: Bare head bust of the Duke of Cambridge, right, H.R.R ADOLPHUS FREDERICK DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE. K.G. 45 YEARS COL. OF THE COLDSTREAM GUARDS. F.M: Reverse: Inscription in 12 lines PRESENTED BY HIS FAMILY TO / (1st BATTn.s) J.HITCHEN, E.BELCHER, W.SHELDRAKE, J.CARTWRIGHT, J.TUCKER, J.BUCKMAN, (2nd BATTn.s) S.EVISON, E.MORGAN, W.ADLAM, W.GREENGRASS, W.JARVIS, R.DOGGETT/ WHO FULFILLED THE WISH OF THEI COL . IN CARRYING HIM TO THE GRAVE JULY 16th 1850, EF in brown contemporary case, the lid detached, rated RRR by BHM, apparently issued to each pallbearer
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
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
Elizabeth I - Defence of the Kingdom (c.1572) unsigned, 23mm, cast, Eimer 48a Obverse: Bust of Elizabeth I left, crowned and draped, between Portcullis and Rose, QVI ИOS SIИE TE, Reverse: A castle on a mount, between Erbelow, a ribbon inscribed O QVAИTO (this worn) upon a sphere QVID HOC SIME ARMIS, Fine with an edge crack. The absence of a date suggest this medalet is unlikely to commemorate a specific event or occasion, and the devices of portcullis, rose and castle refer more generally to the solidity of the Sovereign and State
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
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
First English Bible, Tercentenary 1835 44mm diameter in bronze by J. Davis, Eimer 1283, BHM 1691, Obverse: Bust almost facing, draped MYLES COVERDALE BISHOP OF EXETER, Reverse: TO COMMEMORATE THAT GLORIOUS EVENT THE PUBLICATION OF THE FIRST ENGLISH BIBLE by MYLES COVERDALE OCT 4th 1535 AND OF THE THIRD CENTENARY OF PROTESTANT REFORMATION CELEBRATED OCT 4th 1835 in 13 lines, VF the obverse with some spots
General Strike, Service Medal 1926 Eimer 2003, BHM 4210, 51mm diameter in bronze by E.Gillick, Obverse Helmeted figure of Britannia seated left, hand resting on a shield, holds out a laurel, in the field winged emblem of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway Company, between a rose and a thistle, FOR SERVICE IN NATIONAL EMERGENCY MAY 1926, Reverse: An allegory of three draped figures standing with their backs to each other, two locomotives resting upon their outstretched hands LARGITAS MVNERIS SALVS REIPVBLICAE UNC in the brown box of issue, the box with some tears
George III (2) George III preserved from assassination 1800 48mm diameter in bronze by C.H.Kuchler, Eimer 916, BHM 483, Obverse: Bust left, armoured and draped, GEORGIUS III.D:G:. MAGN. BRIT. FR. ET. HIB. REX, Reverse: A burning altar, inscribed D O M , above, Eye of Providence PERSPICIT ET PROTEGIT, In Exergue: A SICARIO SERVATUS MAI. XV. MDCCC., VF with some scratches in the fields. George III Golden Jubilee 1810 48mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Bust left, uniformed, GEO .III. BORN 4th. JUNE 1738. ASCENDd. THE THRONE OCTr 25th. 1760. In Exergue: COMPLETED 50th. YEAR OF HIS REIGN OCT 25th. 1810, Reverse: Britannia attended by 3 infants holding a flaming heart amidst clouds, seated on a plinth inscribed FROGMORE. Above: a radiate sun. THE FIFTIETH YEAR, GVF
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
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 57mm diameter in silver Eimer 2029a, BHM 4249, The Official Royal Mint issue, by P. Metcalfe, 86.35 grammes, UNC with Matt finish and choice, in the Royal Mint box of issue
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 57mm diameter in silver Eimer 2029a, BHM 4249, The Official Royal Mint issue, by P. Metcalfe, 87.25 grammes, UNC with Matt finish with a little toning in places, in the Royal Mint box of issue
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 with matt finish, Eimer 2029a, BHM 4249, The Official Royal Mint issue, 87.17 grammes, EF/AU in the Royal Mint box of issue
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 the Official Royal Mint issue 32mm diameter in gold, by P.Metcalfe, Eimer 2029b, BHM 4249 UNC with some light contact marks and hairlines, retaining considerable mint lustre
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
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
Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in silver Eimer 1925, BHM 4079, The Official Royal Mint Issue, Obverse: Bust Three-quarters left, crowned and draped, CARNARVON IVLY. XIII. MCMXI across the field, INVESTITVRE. OF. EDWARD. PRINCE. OF. WALES. K.G. Reverse Caernarvon Castle, the Welsh Dragon below, GORPHENAF MCMXI above on a radiate sky decorated with the Prince's crest within Garter, crowned ARWISGIAD . IORWERTH TYWYSOG . CYMRU M.G. 21.33 grammes, UNC or near so, an attractive 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
Jubilee and Coronation Medals (5) comprising (1) Coronation of Edward VII 1902 Eimer 1871b, BHM 3737, by G.W. de Saulles, 31mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue UNC or very near so, attractively toned with minor cabinet friction, in the original paper envelope, (2) Coronation of Edward VII 1902 Eimer 1871a, BHM 3737, by G.W de Saulles, 56mm in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issue A/UNC in the original Royal Mint box of issue, (3) George V Silver Jubilee 1935 Eimer 2029b, BHM 4249, 32mm diameter in silver, by P. Metcalfe, The Official Royal Mint issue A/UNC with attractive toning, in the original Royal Mint box of issue, (4) Coronation of George VI 1937 Eimer 2046b, BHM 4314, 32mm diameter in silver, by P.Matcalfe, The Official Royal Mint issue A/UNC with some hairlines, in the original Royal Mint box of issue, (5) Coronation of George VI 1937 Eimer 2047, BHM 4351, 32mm diameter in bronze by Turner & Simpson, UNC in the brown case of issue
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