Coronation of George V 1911 31mm diameter in gold by B.Mackennal Eimer 1922b the Official Royal Mint issue. Matt Finish, Obverse: Bust of the King left, crowned and draped, an orb before GEORGE V CROWNED JUNE 22 1911, Reverse: Bust of Queen Mary left, crowned and draped, QUEEN MARY JUNE 22 1911, weight 16.36 grammes, EF
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 31mm diameter in gold by G.W.de Saulles Eimer 1871b the Official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: Bust of the King right, crowned and draped, EDWARD VII CROWNED 9.AUGUST 1902, Reverse: Bust of Queen Alexandra right, crowned, veiled and draped, ALEXANDRA QUEEN CONSORT. Below, a ribbon inscribed 9 . AUGUST 1902, weight 17.37 grammes, minor hairlines only with small flecks of red toning, a most attractive example
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 VIICoronation 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
Duke of Wellington and Marshal Bl?cher at Waterloo 1815, 74mm diameter in White Metal by T.Halliday. Eimer 1072 Obverse: An angel supports an oval frame containing a uniformed bust of Wellington: above; a radiate crown, below, a mantle inscribed SUCH WELLINGTON ART THOU. TRIUMPHANT FAME SHALL THRO THE WORLD IMMORTALIZE THY NAME. Reverse: An equestrian figure of Bl?cher left, tramples upon a body.STRUCK BY J. PARISH IN HONOUR OF HIS OLD FRIEND BLUCHER Below, on a ribbon THE FALL OF HAMBURGH'S TYRANT. DAVOUST ELBA'S EMPEROR, Beyond, figures and a castle in the landscape About EF/EF with an edge nick, in a green Royal Mint case, along with Glasgow Exhibition 1901 24mm diameter in bronze by Lauer, VF with suspension loop. Gebhard Leberecht von Blucher Field Marshall is famous for leading the Prussian Army against Napoleon both at Leipzig 1813 and at Waterloo, as part of the victory over Naploleon celebrations he later visited London and is reported to have been overheard saying "this would have been a nice city to sack"
Books - a large, and comprehensive retired Ex-Coin Dealer's Library covering many aspects and areas of numismatics, includes many key reference works such as 'The Gold Sovereign' (2) 1999 Edition and Golden Jubilee Edition by Michael Marsh. 'The Gold Half Sovereign' by Michael Marsh, 1982 edition. Spink Standard Catalogue - Pre-Decimal Issues 2017. 'English Silver Coinage Since 1649' 1992 Edition by P.A.Rayner. 'British Silver Coins Since 1816' by Peter J. Davies 1982 Edition. Gold Coins of the World 5th Edition by Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg. Krause World Coins 17th Century 1601-1700 3rd Edition (2 copies). Krause World Coins 1801-1900 2nd Edition. Krause World Coins 1701-1800 3rd Edition. Krause World Coins 1901-2000 39th Edition. The Banknote Yearbook 8th Edition 2013 by Token Publishing. 'World Paper Money General Issues 1368-1960 Volume 2 by Pick. 'World Paper Money Modern Issues 1961-date' 9th Edition. 'Paper Money of the United States' 6th Edition by Robert Friedberg. 'The Bronze Coinage of Great Britain' by Michael J. Freeman 1985 Edition. (2 copies) 'English Copper, Tin and Bronze Coins in the British Museum 1558-1958' by C. Wilson Peck 1964 Edition. 'English Hammered Coinage' by J.J.North (3) Volume 1 (1) and Volume 2 (2). 'The Provincial Token Coinage of the 18th Century ' by Dalton & Hamer 1990 Edition. 'Price Guide to 18th Century Tokens' by Siegfried E. Schwer. 'The British Bronze Penny' by Michael Gouby. 'Greek Imperial Coins and Their Values' by David R. Sear 1997 Edition. 'Greek Coins and Their Values - Volume 2 Asia and Africa' by David R. Sear. 'Byzantine Coins and Thier Values' by David R. Sear 2002 Edition. 'Roman Coins and Their Values' by David R. Sear 1970 Edition. 'Roman Coins and Their Values 'Volumes 1 (2001 Edition) , 2 (2002 Edition) and 3 (2005 Edition). 'English Paper Money' (2 copies) 6th and 7th Editions 2002 and 2006 by Vincent Duggleby. 'Tradesmen's Tickets and Private Tokens' by R.C.Bell 1966 Edition. Coincraft Standard Catalogues (5) 1995 (2), 1997 1999 and 2000 Editions. 'Scottish Banknotes 1695-2000' by Richard Dennett. 'English Proof and PatternCrown-Size Pieces 1658-1960, by Howard W.A Linecar and Alex G. Stone. 'Canadian Coins' by W.K Cross 59th Edition 2005. 'European Crowns and Thalers since 1800' by John S. Davenport. 'The Silver Token Coinage 1811-1812' by R.Dalton 1968 Edition. US Red Books (3) by R.S.Yeoman 1985, 2000 and 2004 Editions. 'Roman Silver Coins' by H.A.Seaby 1967. 'Greek Coins and Their Values' 1966 Edition by H.A.Seaby 1966 Edition (2 copies). Krause 'Standard Catalogue of World Gold Coins' 5th Edition. Coincraft Standard Catalogue of the Coins of Scotland, Ireland, Channel Islands and Isle of Man 1999 Edition. 'British Commemorative Medals' by Christopher Eimer 2010 Edition. Other titles include works covering Ancient Coins, Trade Tokens, Greek Coins, World Coins, Mexican Coins, Finnish Coins, Italian Copper Coins, Medals, Coin Hoards, War Medals, and other related titles covering Antiques Silver, Postcards, Pocket Watches, Gold and Silver Hallmarks, Military and Air Force Badges, Medals and Decorations, Gemstones and Postcards. All in good second-hand condition, the Standard references alone would cost new hundreds of Pounds (total weight over 150 Kilos)
Bahamas Ten Dollars 1978 a 2-coin set 5th Anniversary of Independence comprising 1978 Prince Charles and Sir Milo P.Butler issues Silver Proofs nFDC in the box of issue, Guernsey Proof set 1966 the 4-coin set Ten Shillings, Threepence, Eight Doubles and Four Doubles, FDC in the green box of issue, Crown-medals a 4-coin set 1981 Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer a 4-piece set in gold plated silver Proof nFDC to FDC in the red Pobjoy Mint box of issue with certificate. Pobjoy Mint Gold on Silver Sucrier Sweetmeat dish with Christmas Reindeer Cameo, weight 57 grammes, UNC in a presentation box with certificate, issue limited to 250 pieces. Pobjoy Mint Ingot set 1979 Centenary of Sir Rowland Hill a set of 5 stamp ingots in gold plated silver, the ingots depicting four Victorian Stamp issues One Penny, Two Pence , Four Pence and One Shilling and a Rowland Hill Fantasy Prooflike UNC in the box of issue with certificate, only 100 sets issued. Isle of Man Mint set 1978 (6 coins) Fifty Pence to Half New Penny UNC in a slide case. Guernsey Mint set 1987 (7 coins) One Pound to One Penny UNC in the wallet of issue, Italy Mint Set 2000 (12 coins) 400th Anniversary of the Death of Giordano Bruno 1000 Lire to 1 Lire includes the 1000 Lire and 500 Lire in silver, UNC in the wallet of issue. Isle of Man Crown 1972 Proof UNC, GB (2) Crown 1965 A/UNC boxed, Fifty Pence 1973 Prooflike UNC boxed, Medal - General Election 1974 45mm diameter Eimer 2131 in copper UNC. Co-op Society Medal 1913 50th Anniversary 1863-1913 in brass John Shillito Obverse UNC with suspension loop and ribbon, boxed. Coin holders - Magic Pocket Money Savings Bank (3) that hold Sixpences, Brass Threepences and Silver Threepences respectively in excellent condition, along with a mix of empty cases, capsules and certificates.
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 Shakespeare Tercentenary 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
Carlisle Recaptured: Jacobite Rebels Repulsed 1745. 35mm diameter in bronze by Wolff, Obverse: Bust right, draped, GUL . DUX . CUMB. DELICIAE . MILITUM . NATUS . 15 . APR . 1721, Reverse: The Duke of Cumberland, as a warrior, shield decorated (not with bust of the King), attacks a hydra, city in the distance, PRO . PATRE . ET . PATRIA . Exergue: REB : EX . ABG . PULLSI . & CARL. REDACTUM . DEC 1745, as Eimer 597, Eimer mentions 'struck from two pairs of dies', About VF
London Stock Exchange Broker's Pass undated, (1837-1886) 41mm diameter in silver, by B.Wyon named to George Lawford (Died 9/8/1985). As Eimer 1239, Naylor 7c About EF with attractive grey toning, Ex-Dr.Martin Leibfried collection
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
Halfcrowns 1940s silver issues (7) in mixed grades to NEF, Shillings to Halfpennies in two albums (154), along with Halfcrowns to Farthings in bags and album pages, includes Farthing 1834 EF, Medals (30) London Bridge Opened 1831 51mm diameter, Eimer 1245 VF. London Bridge Opened 1831 27mm diameter in bronzeEimer 1247 EF, London Bridge 1973 opened by Queen Elizabeth II (4) in silver, silver gilt (2) and bronze each 51mm diameter by Toye, Kenning & Spencer EF to UNC, many others with a London theme included, depicting the starting and completion of Landmarks such as London Bridge, Thames Tunnel, Hungerford and Lambeth Suspension Footbridge, Stamps in an Album - Cricket - Leaders of the World (126) UNC most in the pages of issue (lot)
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in silver by W.WyonEimer 1251 The official Royal Mint issue after F.Chantrey, Obverse : Bust of William IV right, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP:8 1831, Reverse: Bust of Queen Adelaide right, ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP:8 1831 EF and lustrous the fields with some hairlines, retaining a prooflike appearance, with G.H.E initials on the edge
Coronation of King George IV 1821 35mm diameter in silver, by J.Croker, Eimer 1146 The official Royal Mint issue Obverse Bust Left Laureate, 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 35mm in Silver by Pistrucci NEF with many contact marks
Coronation Medals (3) Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm in Silver by Pistrucci Eimer 1146 The official Royal Mint issue, 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 GVF cleaned. Coronation of Edward VII 9 Aug.1902 The Official Royal Mint issue Obverse: Bust right, crowned and draped, EDWRAD VII CROWNED 9.AUGUST 1902, Reverse: Bust of Queen Alexandra right, crowned, veiled and draped, ALEXANDRA QUEEN CONSORT, 31mm diameter in silver by G.W.De Saulles Eimer 1871 UNC or very near so with light cabinet friction, Coronation of George VI 1937 31mm diameter in silver by P.Metcalfe Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped. George VI CROWNED 12 May 1937, Reverse: Bust of Queen Elizabeth left QUEEN ELIZABETH 12 MAY 1937 The Official Royal Mint issue EF with some hairlines
Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 470 the official Coronation issue, Obverse Bust right armoured and draped GEORGIVS. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX Reverse the King enthroned right is crowned by Britannia Exergue INAVGVRAT. XX. OCT. MDCCXIII VF with some surface marks, the reverse with some surface residue
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 64mm diameter in silver by E.Fuchs Eimer 1870a, 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 with some small scratches on the obverse and some small rim nicks, in a black presentation box
Commemorative and Campaign Medals (7) Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in silver, by W.Goscombe John, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1925 GVF cleaned. Coronation of King George V 1911 31mm diameter in silver by B.MacKennal, the Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1922 EF with an attractive grey tone. King George V Silver Jubilee 1935 32mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 2029, by P.Metcalfe Toned EF with some contact marks, in the red box of issue. Sinking of the Lusitania 1915 55mm diameter in iron, Eimer 1941A, cast by K.Goetz VF. Coronation of George VI 38mm diameter in White Metal GVF with contact marks, holed with suspension loop and ribbon, World War I 1914-18 and Victory Medal pair to 199606 to Dvr.T.R.Hamley R.A GVF
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
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 51mm diameter in bronze by Mappin & Webb, Obverse: ALEXANDRA QUEEN CONSORT - EDWARD THE SEVENTH. Crown above medallic busts three-quarters left and right, legends DIEU ET MON DROIT on ribbons below, Reverse: Britannia stands before Parliament, blowing trumpet GOD SAVE THE KING - GOD SAVE THE QUEEN// 26 JUNE 1902. Unlisted by Eimer, BHM3836. EF. The 26th June 1902 date shown on the medal is the original proposed date of the Coronation, which was cancelled due to the King having an appendix operation. The Coronation took place on 9th August 1902.
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in gold an unfinished pattern of the Official Royal Mint issue by B.Pistrucci (Eimer 1146a), of similar style design. 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, the pattern however with differing reverse exergue legend thus: INAUGURATUS/ DIE. /ANNO MDCCC in three lines. The B.P initials on the right of the exergual line have the following stop approximately 0.75mm from it's extreme right edge, whereas on the standard Royal Mint issue the stop following the initials is around 1.5mm from the extreme right edge. Weight 33.00 grammes. GVF with some contact marks and edge nicks. We note an example of this rare pattern exists in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Fifth Avenue, New York. Our research has only uncovered the Metropolitan Museum example as well as the medal offered. See also the Gold Coronation of George IV Official Royal Mint issue 1821 medal also offered in this sale
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in gold by B.Pistrucci Eimer 1146a 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 Weight 31.31 grammes. VF/GVF. See also the unfinished pattern example of this medal also offered in this sale.
Queen Elizabeth IIGolden Jubilee 2002 38mm diameter in 22 carat gold by J.Butler. Struck by The Royal Mint, Eimer 2206. Obverse: A standing figure of the Queen in Coronation robes. 1952 2002 across the fields ELIZABETH REGINA, Reverse: The Queen advancing right along a crowd of well-wishers, below: FIFTY YEARS OF SERVICE, above: GOLDEN JUBILEE, FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, number 092 of an issue limited to 250 pieces
Map of the World : Eastern and Western Hemispheres (c.1820) 74mm diameter undated, in white metal by T.Halliday, possibly struck by Edward Thomason, Eimer 1139a, Obverse: Detailed Map of the Eastern Hemisphere, the continents AFRICA, ASIA, EUROPE and NEW HOLLAND (Australia) identified together with countries and some cities, Reverse: Detailed map of North and South America identified, together with countries and islands GEF boxed with good surfaces, rare
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 VIICoronation 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 Edinburgh Silver 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
Holborn Restaurant 1874 (struck around 1895) 69mm diameter and weighing 209 grammes, struck in lead with a bronzed finish Eimer 1640, BHM 2990. Obverse: A group of figures congregated around a grand entrance HOLBORN. In exergue: RESTAURANT ESTd. 1874, Reverse: Couples dancing on a large ballroom floor. Below PRESENTED BY THE PROPRIETORS, Henri Gros Esq. Dec 17th 1895, VF. A total of 34 inscriptions are so far recorded of the recipients of the medal between 1893 and 1897. Established in 1874, the restaurant was the grandest establishment of its kind in London and held a unique position in London social life. Many of its facilities were available for private hire. The King's Hall could accommodate 500 diners. The room is described as the 'Home of Golf, Hockey and Tennis clubs holding Annual Reunions'. The restaurant operated until 1954. It was demolished in 1955.
Birth of Prince Charles (King Charles II) 1630 30mm diameter in silver Eimer 115 Obverse four heart-shaped shields united in the centre at their bases, HACTENVS. ANGLORVM. NVLLI Reverse HONOR' . PRIN'. MAG'. BRI'. FR'. ET.HIB'. NAT'. 29. MAII'. ANN'. 1630 within a decorative square tablet, Good Fine or better
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
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 31mm diameter Eimer 1871 in gold, by G.W.de Saulles. Obverse: Bust right, crowned and draped, EDWARD VII CROWNED 9 AUGUST 1902, Reverse: Bust right, Crowned, veiled and draped, ALEXANDRA QUEEN CONSORT, below, a ribbon inscribed 9 AUG. 1902, The Official Royal Mint issue, UNC and lustrous with a small rim nick, in the official red box of issue
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
Coronation of George III 1761 34mm diameter in silver by L.Natter. Eimer 694 Obverse Bust right laureate and armoured, GEORGIVS. III. D.G. M. BRI. FRA. ET. HIB. REX. F.D. Reverse the king enthroned, left crowned by Britannia standing before him. PATRIAE. OVANTI Exergue. CORONAT. XXII. SEPT. CDDCCLXI GEF with a lovely tone
Marriage of Charles I and Henrietta Maria 1625 23mm diameter cast in Silver by P.Regniet, Eimer 105b, Obverse: Facing busts, above: celestial rays.CH.MAG.ET.HEN.MA.BRIT.REX.ET.REG, Reverse: Cupid walking, right, scatters roses and lilies. Above, celestial rays. FVNDIT.AMOR.LILIA.MIXTA.ROSIS, in Exergue .1625. VF
George I Entry into London 1714 47mm diameter in copper by J.Croker Eimer 467 Obverse Bust Right Laureate, Armoured and draped, GEORGIVS .D.G. MAG.BRI. FRA. ET. HIB. REX. F.D. Reverse the King in a carriage before the Royal Exchange, is presented with the City Keys by Londinia LAETITIA PVBLICA Exergue ADVENTVS. REGIS. IN. VERBVM 20.SEPT: 1714, EF with some minor residual dirt within the design
Medals (3) , Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 510 Obverse Bust left laureate GEORGIVS. II. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX. Reverse the King enthroned right, is crowned by Britannia. VOLENTES. PER. POPULOS Exergue CORON.XI. OCTOB. MDCCXXVII NEF with some scratches in the obverse field. George IV Coronation 1821 35mm diameter in silver Eimer 1146 The Official Royal Mint issue 35mm diameter in silver by B.Pistrucci 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 PATERNO Exergue INAUGURATUS DIE. JULII. XIX ANNO MDCCCXXI NEF, Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in silver by W.WyonEimer 1251 The official Royal Mint issue after F.Chantrey NEF
Charles IDeath and Memorial 1649 (undated) 50mm diameter in copper 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, VIRTVT. EX. ME.FORTVNAM. EX. ALIJS, NEF with some light contact marks, comes in the original round box
Union of Great Britain and Ireland 1801 49mm diameter in bronze by C.H.Kuchler for M.Boulton, Eimer 927var, Obverse Bust of George III left, armoured and draped GEORGIUS III. D:G. BRITANNIARUM REX. FID DEF&c. Reverse Britannia and Hibernia stand facing each other, their hands clasped. JUNGUNTUR OPES FIRMATUR IMPERIUM, UNC or very near so, nicely toned with a few small spots
Medals (9) Coronation of Edward VII 1902 39mm diameter by Spink & Son, Sheffield Locality Fine, holed at the top. First World War Peace 1919 64mm diameter in bronze by Spink & Son. Obverse: Bust of the King left crowned and draped UNC with matt finish. King George VISilver Jubilee 1935 Eimer 2030 51mm diameter in silver by Turner and Simpson UNC and boxed, Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth 1937 Obverse: Busts left conjoined Reverse: Coat of Arms NVF, Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth 1937 44mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, Reverse: Britannia standing facing EF. Investiture of Prince Charles as the Prince of Wales 1969 31mm diameter EF boxed, Coronation of Elizabeth II 1953 38mm diameter in White metal GEF boxed , Battle of Jutland 1916 Eimer 1951, 22mm diameter by Spink, Good Fine with suspension loop Ex-Jewellery. Replica Medal uniface DIVA. IVLIA. AVSALIA 61mm diameter in bronze, with suspension loop at the top, Fine, we note the original medal was from c.1480-1490 with electrotypes made c.1880
Battle of Vitoria 1813 Obverse: Bust right, ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: Bellona advancing, left, driving a biga. In Exergue: BATTLE OF VITTORIA 1813. 41mm diameter in bronze by G.Mills/Lefevre, Eimer 1033 EF
Death of William Pitt 1806 53mm diameter in bronze, by T.Webb, Eimer 975. Obverse: Bust left GVLIELMO PITT R.P.Q.B, Reverse: An island rock buffeted by heavy waves and lightning. PATRIAE COLVMEN DECVS. In Exergue: OB.A. MDCCCVI, UNC with traces of lustre
Jernegan's Lottery 1736 39mm diameter in Silver by J.S.Tanner Eimer 537 Obverse: Minerva standing between military trophies and emblems of the Arts and Sciences. BOTH HANDS FILL'D FOR BRITAIN. Exergue: GEORGE REIGNING. Reverse Caroline royally robed waters a grove of young palm trees. GROWING ARTS ADORN EMPIRE.. Exergue CAROLINE PROTECTING 1736 EF or near so with some minor field and rim nicks and scarce thus Note: originally given to purchasers of a Lottery Ticket for a silver cistern made by Henry Jernegan (d.1761) a London goldsmith and banker
Medals (2) Marriage of George III and Charlotte 1761 26mm diameter in silver Eimer 691 Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, Reverse Two cherubs carry a scroll inscribed FELICITAS BRITANNIAE, below, a view of London, Fine. Act of Union 1707 26mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 424 Obverse: Bust left crowned and draped, ANNA. D:G: MAG: BRI: FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse: British shield within the Garter, crowned, upon a pedestal inscribed with the double cypher of A R supported by a lion and a unicorn, MAII I.MDCCVII NVF, struck on a thin flan
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
Coronation of James II 1685 34mm diameter in silver 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 by J.Roettier in an NGC holder and graded MS62, very rare in this high grade
Charles I, Dominion of the Sea 1630 27mm diameter cast in silver, by N.Briot, Eimer 119b, Obverse: CAROLVS. D:G. ANG. SCO. FRAN. ET. HIB. REX. FIDEI. DEFENSOR. Reverse: A ship in full sail, left. NEC. META. MIHI .QVAE. TERMINVS. ORBI. In exergue .1630. NEF with some tooling in the fields
Royalist BadgeCharles Iundated oval with suspension loop on edge 37mm x 51mm, cast, with wreath borders, Obverse: Bust right, crowned and draped, CAROLVS. D.G.MAG. BRITAN. FRAN. ET. HIBV. REX. FI.D Reverse: Royal Arms within the Garter, crowned, Eimer 168, Good Fine/Fine, Rare
Charles I Scottish Coronation 1633 29mm diameter in silver by N.Briot, Eimer 123, Obverse: Bust crowned and draped CAROLVS.DG.SCOTAE.ANGLAE.FR.ET.HIB.REX. Reverse: Thistle HING.NOSTRAE.CREVERE.ROSAE, In exergue Coron.18.IV NII . 1633 .R , NEF and Rare in this high grade, Ex-Matthew Rich Collection
Coronation of William and Mary 1689 35mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier, Eimer 312, The Official Coronation Issue, Obverse: conjoined and draped busts GVLIELMVS.ET.MARIA.REX.ET.REGINA, reverse with Jove hurling thunder at Phaethon falling from chariot NE TOTVS ABSVMATVR, in Exergue INAVGVRAT .II.AP 1689 GVF with some small thin scratches
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
Royalist BadgeCharles Iundated oval with suspension loop on edge 26mm x 36mm plain borders with suspension loop Eimer 167 variety, MII 360/231, Obverse: CAROLVS. D.G. MAG. ANG. FRA. HIB. REX (legend incuse), Reverse: Royal Arms within the Garter, crowned (incuse) Fine or better
Oliver Cromwell Lord General 1650 Oval, uniface struck from an oval die on a round flan, 30mm x 26mm in silver by T.Simon, 20.16 grammes, Eimer 180, Bust of Cromwell facing, three-quarters right, OLI. CROMWEL. MILIT.PARL.DVX.GEN. a most pleasing NEF, and rare thus, Ex-Matthew Rich Collection
Coronation of Caroline 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 512 the official Coronation issue Obverse: Bust Left CAROLINA. D.G.MAG.BR.FR.ET.HIB.REGINA. Reverse: The Queen standing flanked by Religion and Britannia. HIC.AMOR.HAEC.PATRIA, In exergue CORON.XI.OCTOB. MDCCXXVII NEF toned with some light contact marks
Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 36mm diameter in bronze by G.F.Pidgeon and J. Philip Eimer 984a Obverse: Two men stand facing each other, with hands clasped: beyond: five people dancing around a tree, WE ARE ALL BRETHREN, Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED BY GREAT BRITAIN 1807. Reverse: Arabic inscription (= sales of slaves prohibited in 1807, Christian era, in the reign of George III, Verily we are all brothers) VF or better the reverse with some spots and a slightly uneven tone
Nelson and the Fourdroyant 1897 38mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1813, Obverse Bust facing uniformed three-quarters l, 'HORATIO VISCOUNT NELSON.' Ex BORN 29th SEPTEMBER 1758. DIED 21ST OCTOBER 1805. Reverse Ship at anchor without rigging, 'FOURDROYANT'. LORD NELSON'S FLAGSHIP' UNC with traces of lustre, in the round case of issue, along with Netherlands Bronze Sports Medal 1892 Royal Institute of the factory of C.J.Begeer toned UNC in the round fitted case of issue
Prince James and the Legitimacy of Succession 1697, 25mm diameter in bronze by N.Roettiers, Eimer 376 Obverse: Bust left IAC: WALLIAE PRINCEPS, Reverse: Radiate Sun rising upon a calm sea, OMNIA. FACIT. IPSE. SERENA, Fine and unusual. Note: One of a series of medals in the 'Treaty of Ryswick - Fortunes of Prince James 1697' series, all by Norbert Roettier
John Wilkes Esq 1768, 45mm diameter in silver, Eimer 725 Obverse: Bust almost facing, draped JOHN WILKES ESQ, Reverse: Figure of Time inscribes a pyramid 45 NORTH BRITON MAGNA CHARTA, in Exergue: IN MEMORY OF THE YEAR MDCCLXVIII EF with an underlying green and cyan tone with touches of gold and magenta NEF to EF with some light contact marks, very rare in this high grade
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
Madame' Chevalier de Beaumont D'Eon 1777 40mm diameter in bronze Eimer 770, Obverse: Bust, right draped MADAME D'EON. Reverse: AVOCAT / AU PARt DE PARIS / DOCTr EN Dt CAPITe / DE DRAGs / CHEVALIEr / DE L.R ET M DE St LOs / MINISTRE DE LA COU / DE FRANCE EN ANGLI / TERRE. GENTILHOME / D'AMBASSADE EN / RUSSIE in 10 Lines, 1777, VF and Rare
Coronation of Queen Caroline 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 512 Obverse Bust left wearing a bandeau, draped, CAROLINA. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REGINA. Reverse The Queen stands facing between Religion and Britannia. HIC. AMOR. HAEC. PATRIA. Exergue CORON. XI. OCTOB. MDCCXXVII GEF with an attractive grey tone over underlying gold, scarce in this high grade
Medals a varied and interesting group (12) 1819-1915 comprising:- International Fisheries Exhibition 1883 45mm diameter in silver, Eimer 1694 NEF boxed. 1832 Reform Bill 49mm diameter in White Metal, EF holed at the top. Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 51mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, EF. York Cathedral 61mm diameter in White Metal by J.Davis of Birmingham GEF. Sir Charles Cockerell 1819 Election Validated 53mm diameter in bronze by J.P.Suffield Eimer 1111 EF. Parish Church of Frittenden, Kent, Restored 1848 42mm diameter by Davis of Birmingham GEF. The Marriage of Edward, Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra 1863, 52mm in white metal by Ottley of Birmingham, Lustrous EF. Death of William IV 1837 41mm diameter by T.W.Ingram VF. RoyalNaval Exhibition 1891 38mm diameter in White Metal. Whitenash Industrial Exhibition 1865 St.Margaret's Day 40mm diameter by J.Moore of Birmingham VF with some scratches. Lusitania Sinking 1915 55mm diameter UNC, The Bell Medal 39mm diameter undate Presented by the Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs 39mm diameter in bronze GEF, all in a Lindner Tray
Prince James III - The Only Safegaurd 1721 50mm diameter in bronze by O.Hamerani Eimer 493. Obverse : Armoured Bust of Prince James, right, a sunburst on his breastplate. VNICA SALVS Reverse: Hanoverian horse tramples on the English Lion and Scottish Unicorn, the distraught figure of Britannia to left. A view of London beyond. QVID. GRAVIVS. CAPTA. In Exergue MDCCXXI EF/About EF with some edge nicks
Medals (6) Coronation of Edward VI 1902 56mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1871a The Official Royal Mint issue A/UNC, Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1922a The Official Royal Mint issue, GEF in the red box of issue, Coronation of George VI 1937 Eimer 2046a Matt finish 57mm diameter in silver, UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue, Coronation of Elizabeth II 56mm diameter in gilt bronze Eimer 2086 by F.Kovacs, Reverse with view of Buckingham Palace UNC with certificate and newspaper cutting, USALouisiana Purchase 1904 Souvenir token in gilt bronze EF, Martin-Harvey 49mm diameter undated in silver? uniface By G.Danks, on a thick flan and weighing 115.96 grammes UNC or near so, boxed. Note: Sir John Martin-Harvey, Shakespearean stage actor (1863-1944) and star in the early film era, his film credits list six movies from 1913-1931.
William and Mary, Restorers of the Anglican ChurchEimer 307b cast in silver .Undated (1689) 50mm diameter by G.Bower Obverse: GVLIELMVS. ET. MARIA. D.G.ANG. FRA. ET. HIB. REX. ET. REGINA. FIDEI. DEFENSORES & c.Reverse: Statue of William in Roman dress, on a pedestal inscribed.AERE. PERENNIVS, flanked by History and Time. .CAELO. DELABITUR. ALTO. Plain edge.
Union of England and Scotland 1707 26mm diameter in silver on a thin flan by J.Croker, Eimer 424b, Obverse: Bust of the Queen, left, crowned and draped ANNA . D:G: MAG: BRI: FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse: British Shield within the Garter, crowned, upon a pedestal inscribed with the double cypher of A R, supported by a lion and unicorn. MAII I. MDCCVII GVF
Charles IDeath and Memorial 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. VIRTVT. EX.ME.FORTVNAM. EX. ALIJS. VF with some small surface imperfections. These pieces were offered for sale in the London Gazette of 1695 at 5 Shillings in bronze, 10 Shillings in Gilt-bronze, and 25 Shillings in silver, where it is described as being struck by James and Norbert Roettier at the Mint in the Tower of London.
Dassier's Kings and Queens of England - James II 1633-1701 Eimer 526 (minted 1731) 40mm diameter in bronze by J.Dassier. Obverse Bust left draped, IACOBUS.II.D.G.MAG. BR.FR.ET.HIB REX. Reverse: A Tomb with the seated figure of Religion upon it, holds a chalice with a host, amid various ornaments of Roman Catholicism: a cross, a crucifix on a chain and a Papal Tiara with the keys of St. Peter ,NAT. 13 OCT. 1633 CORONAT. 23 APR 1685 MORT. 5 SEPT. 1701. GVF. Note: James died in exile in Saint-Germain, the last Stuart monarch in the direct male line, with Queen Anne being the last Stuart monarch
Germany (12) Half Mark 1905A KM#17 UNC and nicely toned, 20 Pfennigs 1875G KM#5 Good Fine, Federal Republic5 Marks (4) 1960F KM#112.1 About UNC with small tone spots, 1963F KM#112.1 UNC and nicely toned, 1964F KM#112.1 A/UNC and lustrous, 1970G KM#112.1 UNC and lustrous with some rim nicks along with Half Mark 1905A KM#17 UNC and nicely toned, Weimer Republic 1 Mark 1924A KM#42 EF and lustrous with a few small tone spots, Third Reich 5 Reichsmark (4) 1934A KM#82 EF with some contact marks, 1934F KM#82 EF with some contact marks, 1935D Hindenburg KM#86 A/UNC and lightly toned, 1935F Hindenburg KM#86 A/UNC and lustrous with some contact marks
Battle of Blenheim 1704 34mm diameter in bronze by J.Croker Eimer 409 Obverse: Bust left draped, ANNA. D:G.MAG.BR FR.ET.HIB;REG with I.C below bust, Reverse: Britannia seated upon a globe, right with Victory in her hand, regards a captive seated on military trophies. DE.GALL: ET.BAV:AD.BLENHEIM, in Exergue: CAPT.ET.CAES.XXXM. SIGN.RELAT. CLXIII. MDCCIV., along with Centenary of the Birthday of Roscoe 1853, Mayor of Liverpool, March 8, 1853 47mm diameter in bronze by Allen and Moore, Obverse: Bust left ROSCOE, Mayer, Liverpool Direxit below. Reverse CENTENARY OF THE BIRTH-DAY OF ROSCOE. LIVERPOOL. MARCH VIII. MDCCCLIII in 8 lines within a wreath VF once cleaned
Nelson and the Fourdroyant 1897 Eimer 1813 Obverse Bust facing uniformed three-quarters left. 'HORATIO VISCOUNT NELSON.' Ex BORN 29th SEPTEMBER 1758. DIED 21ST OCTOBER 1805. Reverse Ship at anchor without rigging, 'FOURDROYANT'. LORD NELSON'S FLAGSHIP' EF
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
Resolution and Adventure Medal 1772 43mm diameter off-metal in brass, by Matthew Boulton, John Fothergill and John Westwood (Westwood not credited on the medal) Eimer 744a type a identified by the die flaw in the left of the exergue. Obverse: Bust right laureate GEORGE. III. KING. OF. GR. BRITAIN. FRANCE. AND. IRELAND. ETC. Reverse: Two ships at sea RESOLVTION ADVENTURE, Exergue: SAILED. FROM. ENGLAND MARCH. MDCCCLXXII , Fine or better and bold, missing the swivel mount as originally issued. Examples of the medal were distributed to the inhabitants of the Pacific Islands during the second voyage of mariner and explorer Captain James Cook. The logs of the Resolution and the Adventure record more than 30 places where the distribution took place, and examples mostly appear in a worn and weathered state
George II The Royal Family 1732 impressive 69mm in silver Eimer 528 by Croker and Tanner busts of seven royal children reverse, facing busts of King and Queen obv. GEF/AU without problems normally associated with these large medals rare thus, in fact seldom offered in any grade
Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in gold by W.Goscombe John, Eimer 1925 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, ARWISGIAD.IORWERTH TYWSOG.CYMRU.M.G, a radiate sky decorated with the Prince's crest within Garter, crowned UNC or near so, slightly bent with light scuffing to the edge in two places, in the Royal Mint red box of issue
Charles I Memorial right facing bust obverse CAROL.I.D.G.M.B.F.ET. H.REX.&.GLOR.MEM, 6 line script reverse REX PACIFICVS VICTVS VINCEBAT HOSTES VICTOR TRIVMPHAT IN COELIS 59mm diameter, silver by Roettiers, Eimer 160, EF and pleasing, a seldom offered medal and the first one we have seen
Peace of Breda 1667 56mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier, Eimer 241 Obverse Bust right, laureate, Reverse Britannia seated on sea-shore, left, surveys her fleet, above, sun pierces clouds, FAVENTAE DEO Exergue: BRITANNIA, edge: CAROLVS SECVNDVS PACIS ET IMPERII RESTITVTOR AVGVSTVS, EF with some minor contact marks fields and rim never the less a high grade and pleasing example of this rare type
Captain Cook Memorial 1779 43mm diameter in bronze by L.PingoEimer 780 Obverse: Bust left, draped, IAC. COOK. OCEANI. INVESTIGATOR ACERRIMVS REG. SOC. LOND. SOCIO SVO, Reverse: Fortune, leaning against a naval column, places a rudder upon a globe. NIL INTENTATVM NOSTRI LIQVERE, in exergue: AVSPICIIS GEORGII III, UNC or near so with small nicks and spots
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
Medals a small group (5) Prince Albert Chancellor of Cambridge University 1847, 58mm diameter in silver by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1417 Obverse: Bust left ALBERTUS PRINCEPS, Reverse: CELSISSIUM PRINCEPEM ALBERTUM CANCELLARIUM SUUM FAUSTO FELICIQUE OMINE INAUGURATUM LAETA CONSPICITACADEMIA CANTABRIGIENSIS JULII VI MDCCCXLVII EF and attractively toned. Richard Sainthill 1855 58mm diameter in bronze, by L.C.Wyon, Obverse: Bust right RICHARD. SAINTHILL. OF. TOPSHAM. DEVONSHIRE. NUMISMATIST. BORN. JAN. 28 1787. Olympic Games 1908 Commemorative Medal 51mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1904 by B.Mackennal Obverse: Fame standing upon a globe, facing, with head right, with trumpet and palm branch ELIS ATHENS PARIS ST.LOUIS LONDON IN COMMEMORATION OF THE GAMES HELD IN LONDON 1908, Reverse: a quadriga advancing left driven by two standing figures EF. British War Medal 1914-1918 awarded to Pte. J.H.West Yorkshire Light Infantry. Pte.West was killed in action on October 22, 1918, and is buried at Doncaster (Hyde Park) Cemetery Panel. KX416. Lusitania Medal 1915 UNC with some surface corrosion, in the box of issue
Five Pound Crown 2002 Queen Elizabeth IIGolden Jubilee Silver Proof, Crowns (3) 1972 Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Silver Wedding Silver Proof, 1977 Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip Silver Jubilee Silver Proofs (2) , nFDC to FDC, Britain's First Decimal Coins 1968/71 (2) UNC in the blue wallet of issue, Crown 1981 A/UNC, Medals (4) Sir Christopher Wren 1632-1723 63mm diameter in silver by J.Pinches, weighing 198 grammes, Matt finish UNC boxed with certificate, 1977 the Silver Jubilee Commemorative Medal Silver Proof by J.Pinches FDC in the box of issue with certificate, 1977 Silver Jubilee Eimer 2135 in silver by the Royal Mint, Matt finish, lightly toned UNC in the blue box of issue, 1978 Coronation 25th Anniversary in Silver by the Royal Mint, Matt finish, toned UNC in the blue box of issue with certificate, Medallic First Day Covers (6) 1973 Test and County Cricket Board 100 Year of County Cricket, 1973 Royal Wedding of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips, 1975 The Turner Bicentenary, 1975 The Railway Sesquicentennial, 1975 Apollo-Soyuz Space Mission, 1977 The Test Cricket Centenary, each with a silver Crown-sized medal and set of Stamps, FDC as issued in the presentation wallets, Great Britons, Medallic First Day Covers a 4 -piece set 1974 Robert the Bruce, Owain Glyndwr Henry V and Edward the Black Prince issue, FDC on the envelopes of issue with stamps, in the presentation album of issue, along with stamped commemorative envelope for the opening of the Royal Mail House Leeds
Medals (6) Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in silver, by B.Mackennal, Eimer 1922a the Official Royal Mint issue A/UNC, toned. Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in bronze, by B.Mackennal, Eimer 1922a the Official Royal Mint issue GEF with some small spots, in the Royal Mint box of issue. George V Silver Jubilee 1935 the Official Royal Mint issue 56mm diameter Eimer 2029a in silver by P.Metcalfe A/UNC toned, in the Royal Mint box of issue. Coronation of Edward VII 1902 31mm diameter in silver, Eimer 1871 the Official Royal Mint issue, A/UNC and attractively toned. George V Silver Jubilee 1935 the Official Royal Mint issue 32mm diameter in silver Eimer 2029b EF. Opening of the National Maritime Museum 1937 32mm diameter in silver by J. Langford Jones, for Spink, Eimer 2049b GEF
Signing of the Armistice 10th Anniversary 1928 (2) 76mm diameter in silver and 76mm diameter in bronze, by C.L.J.Doman, Eimer 2008a Obverse: The Cenotaph, in Whitehall, London THEIR NAME LIVETH ON FOR EVERMORE. In Exergue NOVEMBER 11th MCMXVIII. Reverse: an allegory of Deliverance: Great Britain advancing, left, supporting a youthful warrior, hand bandaged and shackles broken, offers a wreath to the memory of fallen heroes. A/UNC to UNC, the silver medal boxed, the bronze medal with some light spots, Eimer states that only 547 large size silver medals, and only 742 large size bronze medals were struck
Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 (2) 51mm and 32mm diameter in silver respectively, by Turner and Simpson, Eimer 2044a, GD 281, and Eimer 2044b, GD 283, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, EDWARD. VIII. KING & EMPEROR, Reverse: Britannia standing right, upon a plaque inscribed CORONATION 1937, a wreath in her outstretched hand. Beyond, a façade of Westminster Abbey. EF to A/UNC toned, both in the purple boxes of issue
Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 470 the official Coronation issue, Obverse Bust right armoured and draped GEORGIVS. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX Reverse the King enthroned right is crowned by Britannia, in exergue: INAVGVRAT. XX. OCT. MDCCXIII, GVF with some contact marks, retaining much original lustre
Medals (2) Peace of Utrecht 1713 Eimer 460 35mm diameter in silver, Obverse draped bust left, ANNA . DG . MAG : BRI . FR : ET . HIB : REG . Reverse Britannia standing facing left, holding an olive branch, a spear and a shield, beyond ships to left and a farming scene to right COMPOSITIS. VENERANTVR. ARMIS. Exergue MDCCCXIII by J.Croker, Near VF with some contact marks and edge nicks. Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 470 the official Coronation issue, Obverse Bust right armoured and draped GEORGIVS. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX Reverse the King enthroned right is crowned by Britannia, in exergue: INAVGVRAT. XX. OCT. MDCCXIII, GVF with some pitting and signs of old gilding
Medals (4) Coronation of William and Mary 1689 36mm diameter in silver by G.Bower, Eimer 311b cast issues on smaller flans (2) , Obverse: Busts right conjoined, GVLIELMVS ET MARIA D:G: ANG. FRA. ET.HIB.REX.ET.REGINAFID.DEF.&., Reverse: Perseus delivering Andromeda from a sea monster, PRETIVMQ.ET.CAVSA. LABORIS. both Fine. Battle of Blenheim 1704 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 409 Obverse: bust left, draped, ANNA D:G: MAG: BR: FRA: ET. HIB: REG, Reverse: Britannia seated upon a globe, right, Victory, in her hand regards a captive seated on military trophies, DE.GALL: ET. BAV: AD. BLENHEIM. in exergue: CAPT: ET. CAES: XXXM. SIGN. RELAT. CLXIII. MDCCIV Good Fine with some edge nicks. Union of England and Scotland 1707 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker/S.Bull Eimer 425, Obverse: bust left, draped, ANNA D:G: MAG: BR: FRA: ET. HIB: REG, Reverse: arms of Britain upon escutcheon, supported on a platform inscribed SEMPER EADEM, and decorated with a rose and thistle, crown above is supported by two infant genii, and collar of George of the Garter below NVF/VF holed twice at the top
Medals (9) 1821 Coronation of George IVEimer 1146 in bronze the Official Royal Mint issue 35mm diameter by B.Pistrucci EF. 1739 Admiral Vernon - Portobello taken (2) 37mm diameter in brass Fine one with corroded surfaces, Fort Chagre 1740 39mm diameter in brass Fine. Rebellion of 1745, 37mm diameter in brass Eimer 597 Reverse: Warrior attacking a Hydra, Fine with some verdigris. Isaac Perrins 1789 Fine with some corrosion. British Victories 1758 44mkm diameter in brass by J.Kirk VF with some corrosion. Crystal Palace 1851 30mm diameter in white metal EF. Frederick the Great of Prussia 1757 Battle of Prague 48mm diameter in bronze VG, with Wellington Token 1812 CUIDAD RODRIGO NEF
Silver dishes (3) the first with a Twopence 1797 set into the base, the second with a Crown-medal 1977 EF set into the base, the third with a Coronation Medal 1902 Eimer 1870 64mm diameter in bronze, the dishes 125mm, 130mm and 135mm diameter respectively
Death of Isaac Newton 1727 33mm diameter in silver by J.Dassier, Eimer 506 Obverse: Bust three-quarters facing, draped, right, Reverse: EQ. AUR. PHILOSOPHUS. OBIT. 31. MART. 1727. NATUS ANNOS 85., within a wreath, VF
Medals a varied group (14) with some in silver, includes Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 1953 33mm diameter in silver Eimer 2085 by Spink EF, Coronation of King Edward VII 1902 51mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Portraits of the King and Queen in ovals, Reverse: Britannia standing, hand resting on Shield of Arms, River Thames and London landscape beyond, NEF. Austria and Germany, Austrian Succession medal 1742, Fine, with other 20th Century issues George V to Elizabeth II, in mixed grades some EF to UNC and boxed, and a Roman Denarius mounted on a chain, Fine
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 52mm diameter in bronze, by G.Frampton, Eimer 1872 Reverse: Imperial Crown within a radiate circle, lion above, flanked by two trees decorated with the Scottish lion, left, and Irish Harp, GEF in the original box of issue, British Empire Exhibition 1924 51mm diameter in bronze with a dark matt toning, by B.Mackennal/P.Metcalfe Eimer 1987, Reverse Stylized Lion left, beyond: a facade of Wembley Stadium UNC in the box of issue
Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in silver by W.Goscombe John, Eimer 1925 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, ARWISGIAD.IORWERTH TYWSOG.CYMRU.M.G, a radiate sky decorated with the Prince's crest within Garter, crowned UNC and nicely toned, in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Medals 19th Century issues in White Metal (4) Royal Exchange, London 1844 60mm diameter by J.Davis GEF and lustrous. Marriage of Albert, Edward Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra of Denmark 1863, Obverse; Bust of the King right, Reverse: Bust of the Princess Alexandra, left, 38mm diameter by W.Christesen GVF with an edge knock. Marriage of Edward Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra of Denmark 1863, 32mm diameter Obverse: Conjoined busts left, Reverse: tilted shields, overlapping, EF. Tercentenary of the First English Bible 1535-1835 by Myles Coverdale, Bishop of Exeter, Eimer 1283, by J.Davis EF pierced for suspension
Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 36mm diameter in copper by G.F.Pidgeon/J.Philip, Eimer 984, Obverse: Two men stand facing each other, with hands clasped: beyond: five people dancing around a tree, WE ARE ALL BRETHREN, Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED BY GREAT BRITAIN MDCCCVII. Reverse: Arabic inscription Fine, Anti-Slavery Society undated (c.1790) 33mm diameter in white metal, Obverse: Chained Slave kneeling, right, Reverse: WHATSOEVER YE WOULDTHAT MEN SHOULD DO TO YOU, DO YE EVEN SO TO THEM, DH Middlesex 235, BHM 269 Near Fine
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in gold by W.Wyon, C on truncation, obverse after F.Chantry, Obverse: bust right, WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, Reverse: Bust right, diademed, ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, Eimer 1251 The official Royal Mint issue, NEF with some contact marks, Rare
Coronation of Charles II 1661 29mm diameter in silver by T.Simon, Eimer 221 The official Royal Mint issue, Obverse Bust right, crowned and draped, CAROLVS.II. D.G. ANG. SCO. FR. ET. HI. REX. Reverse: the King enthroned, left, is crowned by Peace hovering above EVERSO. MISSVS. SVCCVRRERE. SECLO. XXIII. APR. 1661 EF or near so nicely toned with some contact marks
Coronation of William and Mary 1689 53mm diameter by G.Bower, Eimer 310b the cast issue, Obverse: GVLIELMVS.ET.MARIA. D.G.MAG.BR.FR.ET.HIB.REX.ET.REGINA, Reverse: The King and Queen enthroned, beneath a canopy of state, two bishops support a crown above their heads, IDOLOLATRIA. SERVITVTE. . PROFLIGATIS. RELIGIONE. LEGIB. LIBERTAT. RESTITVTIS, Exergue 1689, EF with a gentle edge bruise below the date, pleasing and seldom offered
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 26mm diameter in gold, the official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817b EF with some hairlines on the obverse and a gentle edge bruise, in the red Royal Mint case of issue
Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 510 the official coronation issue Obverse Bust left Laureate, armoured and draped, GEORGIVS. II. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX. Reverse the King enthroned right, is crowned by Britannia, VOLENTES.PER.POPULOS.Exergue: CORON.XI.OCTOB.MDCCXXVII VF or slightly better with two light edge bruise and some contact marks, along with Coronation of Caroline 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 512 the official Coronation issue Obv. Bust Left CAROLINA. D.G.MAG.BR.FR.ET.HIB.REGINA. Rev The Queen standing flanked by Religion and Britannia. HIC.AMOR.HAEC.PATRIA Exergue CORON.XI.OCTOB. MDCCXXVII EF or near so the reverse with some blue toning, the edge a little uneven with some striations possibly once filed
Queen Anne (2) Accession of Queen Anne 1702 35mm diameter in silver Eimer 388 Obverse Crowned and Draped ANNA. D:G: MAG: BR: FR: ET: HIB: REGINA Reverse a Heart within branches of oak resting on a pedestal inscribed ATAVIS REGIBVS and threaded through a Crown, above; ENTIRELY ENGLISH Near EF. Expedition to Vigo Bay 1702 by J.Boskam, 37mm diameter in silver Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNAD:G: MAG: BR: FR: ET. HIB: REGINA. Reverse: Ships burning within a harbour, GALL: HISP. Q. CLASS, EXPUG.COMB. CAPT. Exergue BRIT. BATAV. Q. EXPEO. AD. VIGOS. MDCCII Eimer 395 GF/NVF
Queen Anne's Bounty 1704 44mm diameter in bronze by J.Croker Eimer 404 Obverse Bust left, laureate and draped ANNA D:G: MAG: BRI FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse Anne seated right, presents a charter to kneeling clergy. PIETAS. AVGUVSTAE. Exergue. PRIMITIIS. ET. DECIMIS. ECCLESIAE. CONCESSIS. MDCCIV. GEF/EF the obverse with traces of lustre
Act of Union 1707 47mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Eimer 424 Obverse: Bust left crowned and draped, ANNA. D:G: MAG: BR: FR: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse: British shield within the Garter, crowned, upon a pedestal inscribed with the double cypher of A R supported by a lion and a unicorn, MAII I.MDCCVII Good Fine, Battle of Ramillies 1706 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, Obverse: ANNA. D:G: MAG: BR: FRA: ET. HIB: REG. Reverse: Map of the conquered provinces, displayed by two Fames, a town in the distance, GALLIS .AD. RAMELLIES. VICTIS. XII. MAII. MDCCVI, in exergue: FLANDR: ET. BRABANT:RECEPT: Good Fine
Members of Parliament 1894 95mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1792 Obverse: Bust of Gladstone, three-quarters left, draped, Reverse: a 50-line inscription listing MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS 1894 by Messrs. L.C.Lauer UNC with a few small spots, the first of this medal we have offered
Royal Society of Arts, Manufacture and Commerce, President's Medal 1910, 56mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Bust of George V left GEORGE V KING & EMPEROR PATRON MCMX, Reverse: ROYAL SOCIETY OF ARTS MANUFACTURES AND COMMERCE within a wreath, FOUNDED 1754 - INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER 1847 Eimer 1917 Prooflike UNC the obverse attractively toned, in green presentation box, this with a split in the lid. City and Guilds Institute 1901 51mm diameter in silver, Obverse bust left H.M. KING EDWARD VII. PRESIDENT. 1881-1900. PATRON 1901. Reverse: TECHNOLOGICAL EXAMINATION on a central plaque above City of London arms, and HONOURS on a ribbon. + CITY AND GUILDS OF LONDON INSTITUTE + TECHNICAL EDUCATION, edge inscribed ARCHIBALD EDGAR WILLIAMS . GAS MANUFACTURE, 1st PRIZE 1907. EF/AU with some lustre, the obverse with some contact marks
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 (6) the original Royal Mint issues in silver Eimer 1817 56mm diameter in silver NEF with some surface marks and edge nicks (1), and 25mm diameter (5) VF to nEF
Birth of Prince Charles 1720 42mm diameter in bronze, by O.Hamerani, Obverse Busts conjoined right, IACOB.III.R.CLEMENTINA.R. Reverse Providence, leaning against a column, indicates to an infant in her arms the territories of Britain and Ireland, labelled ING.SC and IRL. on a globe, PROVIDENTIA OBSTETRIX. . in Exergue: CAROLO.PRINC:VALLIAE NAT:DIE.VLTIMA A: MDCCXX. Eimer 488 GEF
Medals a mixed group (6) George VSilver Jubilee 1935 32mm in silver the official Royal Mint issue GVF. Battle of Jutland 1916 44mm diameter in white metal by Spink & Son Eimer 1951 GEF and lustrous. Naval Actions at Heligoland Bight 1914 and Dogger Bank 1915 45mm diameter in white metal by Spink & Son, depicting the sinking of the Mainz and Blucher ships, Eimer 1940, GEF. Dassier Restrike Medal of Edward I gilded NEF. City of LondonPolice medal 1887 Jubilee of Queen Victoria in bronze, awarded to PC 710 D.KENNEDY VF in wooden box, Robert Ferguson M.P. F.R.S.F.G.S. &c. Patron of Science, Literature and Art 1836, Memorial Medal by F.Bain 48mm diameter, in white metal GEF
Union of England and Scotland 1707 Obverse Bust draped left facing, ANNA D:G: MAG: BR: FRA: ET: HIB: REG: Reverse Arms of Britain on escutcheon, supported on a platform inscribed SEMPER EADEM decorated with a rose and thistle: two infant genii supporting a crown above the arms, and collar and George of the Garter below, by J.Croker, 34mm diameter in silver, Eimer 425, GVF
Capture of Sardinia and Minorca 1708 40mm diameter in bronze, by J.Croker, Obverse: Bust left, draped, ANNA. D:G: MAG: BRI: FRA: ET. HIB: REG: Reverse: Victory stands on a coch floating in the sea; on eiuther side, beyond, are two islands. SARDINIA. ET.BALEARIS. MINOR. CAPTAE, in Exergue: MDCCVIII Eimer 434, EF
GB a mixed group (8) Lord Nelson's Flagship the 'Fourdroyant' 1897 37mm diameter in bronze, Fine, along with mostly local issues (7), Queen Victoria 1887 Golden Jubilee 39mm in bronze, issued by the Sunday School Institute GEF, Queen Victoria 1887 Golden Jubilee 38mm diameter by 'Far Famed Cakes & Biscuits' EF, Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 Reverse: In Commemoration VICTORIA 1837-1897 EF, a local issue, Edward VII and Queen Alexandra Accession 1901/Coronation 1902 38mm diameter in bronze UNC, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 Eimer 1870 Reverse: a female figure, seated look towards Westminster Abbey, above: A radiate crown, 32mm diameter in bronze, A/UNC, Investiture of the Prince of Wales 1969 38mm diameter in silver UNC, numbered on edge, The Royal Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer 1981 31mm diameter one ounce of silver UNC toned
Medals (2) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver the official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX IVN MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA, below 1837 upon branch tied with ribbon, Eimer 1817 NEF/EF toned around the rims, in the red box of issue. 1897 56mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX IVN MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Young Head of the Queen left, dividing inscription LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA, below 1837 upon branch tied with ribbon, Eimer 1817 the official Royal Mint issue About EF in the red box of issue
18th Century (3) Carlisle recaptured, Jacobite rebels repulsed 1745 35mm diameter in copper by Wolff, Eimer 597 Obverse Bust right, draped, GUL.DUX. CUMB: DELICIAE. MILITVM NATUS . 15. APR: 1721 Reverse: The Duke of Cumberland, as a warrior, shield decorated with the bust of the King, attacks a hydra, with a city in the distance PRO. PATRRE. ET. PATRIA, in Exergue: REB: EX.ANG.PULLSI & CARL. REDACTUM. DEC.1745. Fine with some surface corrosion. Frederick the Great - related (2) Battles of Lissa and Rosbach, 1757 48mm diameter in brass, Obverse: An equestrian figure facing left, sword drawn, FREDERIC .DG.BORVS.REX.ET.PROTESTANTI,M DEFENSOR, in exergue, LISSA. DEC. 5 Reverse: Scene from the battle of Rosbach QUO. NIHIL. MAJUS. MELIUSVE, in Exergue ROSBACH. NOV.5 1757 NEF toned, German States - Prussia, 1757 Victory over Austria at the Battle of Prague, Frederick the Great. 48mm diameter in brass by J.G.Holtzhey, Obverse : Half length bust right, armoured, FRIDERICVS MAGN. D.G.REX. BORVSS. EL.BRAND.DVX SILES Reverse: Winged personification of Victory at centre kicks Austrian Empress Maria Theresa knocking off her crown, with lightning bolts extending over the Empress' head; to the right a shield with inscription 'VICTORIA FRIDERI / CI MAGN. ALBISIL. FAMA PRVDENTIA VIRTVTE. In exergue: AVSTIR.EXERC.PROPE.PRAGEVNDIT-CAESO ET PRAGA OBSESSA VI MAJI MDCCLVII. VF
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 (2) 56mm diameter in silver Eimer 1871 the official Royal Mint issue Obverse: Bust right crowned and draped, EDWARD VII CROWNED 9.AUGUST 1902, Reverse: Bust right, crowned, veiled and draped, ALEXANDRA QUEEN CONSORT, below, a ribbon inscribed 9.AUG.1902 EF lightly cleaned, now retoning, in the red box of issue, 56mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1871 the official Royal Mint issue Obverse: Bust right crowned and draped, EDWARD VII CROWNED 9.AUGUST 1902, Reverse: Bust right, crowned, veiled and draped, ALEXANDRA QUEEN CONSORT, below, a ribbon inscribed 9.AUG.1902 GEF with a couple of small spots, in the red box of issue
Crystal Palace, Sydenham 1854 (2) Eimer 1487 41mm diameter in white metal by Pinches VF and EF, both contained in the original brass shells as issued by Pinches of London, The International Exhibition 1862 36mm diameter GVF holed, in the original brass shell as issued, The International Exhibition 1872 30mm diameter in white metal by J.S.Wyon and A.B.Wyon Sr. UNC in the round card box of issue
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in by Pistrucci, the official Royal Mint issue in copper, Eimer 1146 Obverse Bust Left Laureate, Reverse George IV enthroned, left, crowned by Victory, behind, before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia PROPRIO JAM JURE ANIMO PATERNO in exergue INAUGURATUS DIE. JULII.XIX.ANNO.MDCCCXXI EF with some light contact marks
Edward VII related (7) 1902 Coronation medals, the official Royal Mint issues, 31mm diameter in silver (2) GVF to EF one boxed, 1902 Coronation Medal 56mm in bronze, the official Royal Mint issue NEF, 1902 Coronation Medal Eimer 1870 in bronze by E.Fuchs, Reverse: female figure seated, right, displays an oval shield and bearing the Royal Arms, looks towards Westminster Abbey beyond; above a radiate crown EF, Visit to Dartmouth 1902 38mm diameter in white metal Obverse: Conjoined busts right, Reverse: King facing on ship, with two lions alongside, EF, 1902 Coronation in base metal Crowned bust right, Reverse: Legend in 12 lines detail the birth, marriage and crowning of the King NEF with attempted piercing at the top
Coronation of George V 1911 as Eimer 1922 31mm diameter, the official Royal Mint issue but struck in lead, EF, stated by the vendor to be one of only 2-3 known
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 64mm diameter in silver by E.Fuchs, Obverse : Conjoined, crowned and draped busts right, KING EDWARD VII QUEEN ALEXANDRA, Reverse: Female figure seated right, displaying an oval shield, inscribed 26 June 1902 and bearing the Royal Arms, looks towards Westminster Abbey beyond, above: a radiate crown Eimer 1870, Fine
Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker, the official Coronation issue, Eimer 470, Obverse: Bust right armoured and draped GEORGIVS. D:G. MAG: BR: FR: ET. HIB: REX. Reverse the King enthroned right is crowned by Britannia, Exergue: INAVGVRAT. XX. OCT. MDCCXIII Good Fine/Fine with grey tone
Death of Oliver Cromwell 1658 49mm diameter, a cast copy of the large Dutch Medal, Eimer 200, as MI i 435/85, Loon II, 420, 31.1 grammes, Obverse: Bust left, laureate and armoured, OLIVAR. D.G. R.P. ANG.SCO. HIBERNIAE. PROTECTOR, Reverse: A shepherd attending his flock near an olive tree, NON. DEFITIENT. OLIVA. SEP.3 1658, VG with some of the legend weak, differing from the Eimer illustration in that the edge has a heavy toothed border
Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in silver by W.Goscombe John, Eimer 1925 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, ARWISGIAD.IORWERTH TYWSOG.CYMRU.M.G, a radiate sky decorated with the Prince's crest within Garter, crowned choice UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue, a most attractive and desirable example
Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 58mm diameter in silver as Eimer 2118 with alternate reverse, toned UNC and boxed. Queen Elizabeth IISilver Jubilee 1977 44mm diameter in silver, by John Pinches, Prooflike UNC in the blue box of issue with certificate. Death of the Duke of Windsor 1975 38mm diameter in silver Eimer 2124, by G.A.Holman, Obverse: Edward Duke of Windsor 1894-1972, Reverse: A Crown upon a full blown rose UNC in the box of issue, as part of a group (10) includes base metal coronation and Jubilee issues in mixed grades to EF
The Duke of Wellington (2) British Army Enters Madrid 1812 45mm diameter in iron, Eimer 1025 by T.Wyon Snr./P.Wyon Obverse: bust left, LIEUT. GEN. MARQUIS. WELLINGTON, K.B &C. &C. MDCCCXII Reverse: Garlanded shields of Britain, Spain and Portugal upon an plinth, inscribed VIMEIRA TALAVERA BUSACO CIUDAD RODRIGO BADAJOZ SALAMANCA amidst military trophies, ENTER'D MADRID AUGUST XII Fine with some corrosion. Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 45mm diameter in white metal Obverse bust left, uniformed THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON Reverse BORN MAY 1st 1769. DIED SEPr.14th 1852 within a wreath GVF
19th Century a small group (6) Coronation of George IV 1821 49mm diameter in white metal, Obverse bust left GEORGIUS IV. D:G: BRITT: REX F:D: Reverse the King enthroned is crown at the Coronation ceremony, Exergue: GEO: IV: CORONAT: MDCCCXXI VF. Coronation of George IV 1821 45mm diameter in bronze Manchester and Salford local issue, Fine with some edge knocks. Princess Charlotte and Leopold 1816 Royal Nuptials celebrated Carlton house 2nd May 1816 45mm diameter in white metal NEF pierced at the top. London Bridge opened 1831 Eimer 1245 29mm diameter in brass, Obverse THE FIRST STONE OF THE NEW LONDON BRIDGE WAS LAID BY JOHN GARRATT ESQr LORD MAYOR OF LONDON ON THE 14th MARCH 1824AND OPEN'D BY THEIR MAJESTIES AUGUST 1st 1831 in 10 lines, Reverse a 5-arched bridge spanning the river with ships, CARRIAGEWAY 33 1/2 FT.LENGTH OF BRIDGE 782 Ft CENTRE ARCH I50..SIDE ARCH I40, Good Fine, along with Halfcrown 1830 William IV type reverse enamelled in 4 colours, and an imitation Two Pounds 1823 on a loop mount, these both around Fine
Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 510 the official coronation issue Obverse Bust left Laureate, armoured and draped, GEORGIVS. II. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX. Reverse the King enthroned right, is crowned by Britannia VOLENTES. PER. POPULOS Exergue: CORON. XI. OCTOB. MDCCXXVII GEF or better with old grey and blue toning
Tower Bridge Opened 1894 Eimer 1790 76mm diameter in bronze issued by the Corporation of London Obverse: Busts left conjoined of Queen Victoria, between the Prince and Princess of Wales . Reverse: A view of the bridge, it's bascules raised and a steam yacht passing through, above Bridge-House Estates badge. TOWER BRIDGE OPENED 30TH JUNE 1894. Exergue:- ON BEHALF OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA BY HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES with City of London shield in the centre, UNC, evenly toned with small edge nicks, in the original Corporation of London box with gold lettering on the lid
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 Eimer 1733 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, chocolate Unc with a touch of verdigris. Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 (2) silver and bronze 56mm diameter in silver Eimer 1817 the official Royal Mint issue, both UNC. Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in silver the Official Royal Mint issues Eimer 1871 Unc and very nicely toned these 4 all in the official Royal Mint boxes of issue, along with The Lusitania (German) Medal 1915 55mm in base metal UNC boxed as issued, Albert Schweitzer 1875 - 1965 56mm silver L'AMBARENE reverse beneath jungle scene cased Unc, and Le Touquet Lawn Tennis Club 1922 in silver 40 mm uncased Unc
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 The Official Royal Mint issue 36mm diameter in silver by B.Pistrucci 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 EF and with an attractive blue tone, a few small rim nicks barely detract
Great Exhibition Medals (2) Great Exhibition 1851 Prize Medal 77mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon/L.C.Wyon, Eimer 1456, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined Victoria laureate, trident behind, two dolphins below, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REG: F:D. ALBERTUS PRINCEPS CONJUX MDCCCLI. Reverse: Britannia seated, right, confers a wreath upon the head of Industria, kneeling, Africa, America, Asia and Europe in attendance, to right, bust of Flaxman on a socle, DISOCIATTA LOCIS CONCORDI PACE LIGAVIT, In Exergue: Leonard C.Wyon Des. & Sc: royal mint Edge :PRIZE MEDAL OF THE EXHIBITION. COVENTRY RIBBONS COMMITTEE. CLASS XIII, EF with some edge nicks:: along with Great Exhibition 1851 Eimer 1462 79mm diameter in White Metal Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert, Left within a wreath, Reverse: View of the building THE BUILDING FOR THE GREAT EXHIBITION IN LONDON 1851 Exergue: PROPOSED BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT. DESIGNED BY JOSEPH PAXTON ESQ. F.L.S. ERECTED BY FOX, HENDERSOM, & CO. DIMENSIONS - LENGTH 1848 FEET, WIDTH 456 FEET, HEIGHT OF PRINCIPAL ROOF 66 FEET, HEIGHT OF TRANSEPT 106 FEET. GLAZED SURFACE 900 000 FEET, OCCUPIES 18 ACRES OF GROUND AU/GEF and lustrous
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
Archbishop Sancroft and the Bishops 1688 Eimer 288a (Struck) Obverse: Bust facing right wearing a cap and clerically robed GVIL.SANCROFT.ARCHIEPISC.CANTAVR.1688. Reverse Seven medallions containing busts, clerically robed, of William Lloyd, Francis Turner, John Lake, Henry Compton, Thomas Ken, Thomas White, and Sir John Trelawney, a field of stars, edge: SI FRACTUS ILLABATUR ORBIS IMPAUIDOS FERIENT RUINAE. GVF toned. Cataloguers Note : William Sancroft (1617-1693) Archbishop of Canterbury refused to read James II's 'Declaration of Indulgence' exempting Catholics and dissenters from penal statutes. The bishops were committed to the Tower for opposing the edicts of James II
Charles I Memorial undated (1649) 50mm diameter in copper Eimer 162a by J.Roettiers Obverse Armoured Bust right, CAROL.D.G.M.B.F.ET.H.REX.&.GLOR.MEM, Reverse Hand issuing from heaven holding a celestial Crown, below, sheep in a landscape VIRTVT.EX.ME.FORTVNAM.EX.ALIJS EF with traces of lustre, in a round presentation case
Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 510 the official coronation issue Obverse Bust left Laureate, armoured and draped, GEORGIVS. II. D.G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX. Reverse the King enthroned right, is crowned by Britannia, VOLENTES.PER.POPULOS.Exergue: CORON.XI.OCTOB.MDCCXXVII Fine with some edge knocks
Battle of Blenheim 1704 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker Eimer 409 Obverse:- Bust left, draped, ANNA D:G: MAG: BR: FRA: ET. HIB: REG. Reverse:- Britannia seated on a globe, right: Victory in her hand regards a captive seated on military trophies DE.GALLE: ET. BAV: AD. BLENHEIM. Exergue: CAPT: ET. CAES. XXXM. SIGN. RELAT. CLXIII. MDCCIV VF
Murder of Sir Edmundbury Godfrey, 1678, 39mm diameter in silver by G. Bower, Eimer 257a Obverse:- bust right being strangled by his own cravat, MORIENDO. RESTITVIT. REM. E. GODFREY, Rev:-. TANTVM. RELIGIO. POTVIT., A man strangling a prone figure, Pope standing left blessing the event and holing a Bullo (decree) Edge: CERVICE. FRACTA. FIDEM. SVSTVLIT. ATLAS. XNS. 1678 Good Fine
Medals (3) Coronation of King George V 1911 36mm diameter in silver by F.BowcherEimer 1921c Obverse: Conjoined, crowned and draped busts left, GEORGE.V MARY, Reverse: The King and Queen enthroned, facing, acclaimed by Britannia, as Empire, standing left with a wreath, in foreground, a plaque inscribed HOMAGE OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE 1911 festooned by two cherubs, GOD SAVE THE KING UNC: Coronation of Edward VII 1902 32mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Conjoined busts right draped, KING EDWARD VII QUEEN ALEXANDRA, Reverse: TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION JUNE 1902 GOD SAVE THE KING Arms and supporters above, National Floral emblems below, UNC with an edge bruise: Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 44mm diameter in bronze Obverse bust right, crowned and draped, HIS.MAJESTY.KING.EDWARD.VIII Reverse: Britannia standing in an arch, facing, holding crown aloft and with Union flag CROWNED A.D.1937 legend with BRITISH below UNC toned, in the red box of issue
Joshua Reynolds , Art Union of London 1845 58mm diameter in bronze by A.J.Stothard Eimer 1399 Obverse bust left with REYNOLDS behind, palette and brushes below, Reverse:- Detail from Reynolds's painting 'The Infant Hercules' --T UNION OF LONDON (the A and R of ART appear to been lightly smoothed away VF
Prince Philip, Visit to North America 1966 38mm diameter in silver by Spink & Son Eimer 2110, Obverse:- Bust left, uniformed, H.R.H. THE PRINCE PHILIP DUKE OF EDINBURGH, Reverse:- Prince Philip's cypher YOUTH. CHARITY. ATHLETICS. ROYAL VISIT TO NORTH AMERICA UNC and lustrous
Defeat of the Spanish Armada 1558 51mm diameter in silver, cast, by G.v.Bijlaer, Eimer 56b, Obverse: Philip II of Spain and Catholic heads of the church and state, blindfolded and seated in discussion, their feet on a spiked floor, O. COECAS. HOMINVM. MENTES. O. PECTORA. COECA above, DVRVM. EST. CONTRA. STIMVLOS. CALCITRARE. Reverse: A fleet of ships, some of which are capsizing, .VENI. VIDE. VIVE. 1588 above, TV. DEVS. MAGNVS. ET. MAGNA. FACIS. TV. SOLVS. DEVS. NEF
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. CVLLOD. DEBELLAT. 16. APR. 1746 NEF with old grey toning, a few trivial contact marks barely detract
Olympic Games 1908 London, Commemorative medal 50mm diameter by B.Mackennal, silvered and toned, Eimer 1904 Obverse Fame standing upon a globe, facing, head right with trumpet and palm branch ELIS ATHENS PARIS St. LOUIS LONDON IN COMMEMORATION OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES HELD IN LONDON 1908 Reverse a quadriga advancing left, driven by two standing figures, inscribed Laughton on the edge About EF in the red box of issue
Olympic Games London 1908 Commemorative Medal 50mm diameter in silver bronze, by B.Mackennal, Eimer 1904 Obverse Fame standing upon a globe, facing, head right with trumpet and palm branch ELIS ATHENS PARIS St. LOUIS LONDON IN COMMEMORATION OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES HELD IN LONDON 1908 Reverse a quadriga advancing left, driven by two standing figures, inscribed Laughton on the edge EF in the blue presentation box of issue (no catch), with OLYMPIC GAMES. STEWARD. LONDON. 1908. in gold on the lid
Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 36mm diameter in copper by G.F.Pidgeon/J.Philip, Eimer 984, Obverse: Two men stand facing each other, with hands clasped: beyond: five people dancing around a tree, WE ARE ALL BRETHREN, Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED BY GREAT BRITAIN MDCCCVII. Reverse: Arabic inscription EF
Coronation of Charles II 1661 29mm diameter in Silver by T.Simon, the official Coronation Issue, Eimer 221 Obv. Bust to right crowned and draped, CAROLVS.II.D.G.ANG.SCO.FR.ET.HI.REX, Rev. the King enthroned, left, crowned by Peace hovering above EVERSO.MISSVS.SVCCVRRERE.SECLO.XXIII APR.1661 GVF the obverse with some contact marks, accompanied by a British Museum advice slip from 1975
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