Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in gold 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 JMA JURE ANIMO PATERNO, in exergue INAUGURATUS/ DIE. JULII. XIX. /ANNO.MDCCCXXI. Eimer 1146a, BHM 1070, weight 31.00 grammes. GVF Ex-Jewellery and gilded with some surface marks ands edge knocks
Coronation of James II 1685 34mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier 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, a crown held by a hand issuing from heaven, A. MILITARI . AD . REGIAM .Exergue: INAVGVRAT . 23 . AP. 1685, Eimer 273, 16.30 grammes, EF with minor hairlines in the fields, a superb portrait, exhibiting flashes of gold under a blue/green tone
Coronation of George III 1761 34mm diameter in silver by L.Natter. Obverse Bust right laureate and armoured, GEORGIVS. III. D.G. M. BRI. FRA. ET. HIB. REX. F.D. Ribbon tie-ends extend straight back, listed as RR by BHM, Reverse the king enthroned, left crowned by Britannia standing before him. PATRIAE. OVANTI Exergue. CORONAT. XXII. SEPT. CDDCCLXI, 20.97 grammes, Eimer 694, BHM 24 GEF with a lovely tone
Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, 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, 14.92 grammes, Eimer 470, EF/NEF attractively toned, the reverse with some light hairlines
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 36mm diameter in copper by B. Pistrucci, The Official Royal Mint issue, 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, 25.33 grammes, BHM 1801, Eimer 1315, UNC with minor handling marks, seldom seen in this high grade
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in silver by W.Wyon 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, 17.72 grammes, Eimer 1251, BHM 1475, GVF cleaned with some scratches and a gentle edge bruise, in the round fitted red case of issue this worn and with the hinge fragile
Medals (5) Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 45mm diameter in silver, by M. Rizzello (3) Eimer 2116 A/UNC to UNC toned in the Royal Mint boxes of issue, National Truist Medal, undated, 38mm diameter in silver, hallmarked on the edge, UNC with some toning, boxed, Concorde - 40th Anniversary of the First Commercial Flight 1976-2016 Crown-sized Silver Proof with coloured reverse nFDC with some toning, in the Jubilee Mint box of issue with certificate
Death of Prince Charles (III) 1788 53mm diameter by G. Hamerani, Bust right, draped, HEN . IX . MAG . BRIT . FR . ET . HIB . REX . FID . DEF . CARD . EP . TVSC, Reverse: Religion standing in foreground holding cross and bible, lion couchant, cardinal's hat and crown at her feet. Beyond: A view of St. Peter's, Rome, In exergue: AN . MDCCLXXXVIII , BHM 282, Eimer 823, 46.54g, About EF with some minor marks in the reverse field
George III and William IV (5) Coronation of William IV 1831 54mm diameter in White Metal by T.W. Ingram Obverse: Draped busts left, conjoined, HIS MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY WILLIAM IIII AND HIS CONSORT ADELAIDE, Reverse: Crown within closed wreath of crossed flags, thistles and shamrocks above and below, Above: CORONATION Around: AT WESTMINSTER SEPTEMBER 8 1831, Above: BORN AUGUST 21 1765, Around: ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 26 1830 IN THE 65 YEAR OF HIS AGE, 49.03 grammes, BHM 1486, VF with some scratches, Death of William IV 1837 54mm diameter in White metal, unsigned, Obverse: Bare head of William IV right HIS MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY WILLIAM IIII, Reverse: Britannia, with two allegorical figures mourning around a funerary urn, on a plinth inscribed, DIED JUNE 20 1837. BELOVED . REVERED . LAMENTED. Exergue: BORN 21 AUGt.1765, BHM 1726, 49.03 grammes, VF with some scratches, George III Golden Jubilee 1810 48mm diameter in copper by N.Hyde, Obverse: Uniformed bust of George III wearing a short wig GEO.III.BORN 4th JUNE 1738. ASCENDd. THE THRONE OCTr.25th 1760. Exergue: COMPLETED 50th. YEAROF HIS REIGN OCTr.25th. 1810, Reverse: Three young children holding a flaming heart before Britannia upon a plinth inscribed FROGMORE. Rays of Sun above, THE FIFTIETH YEAR, 51.636 grammes, BHM 686, GVF with some contact marks, George III Enters the 50th Year of his Reign 1809 42mm diameter in White Metal by T. Wyon. Snr. Obverse Bust right, cuirassed and draped, GOD SAVE THE KING, Reverse: Inscription within a closed wreath GRAND NATIONAL JUBILEE OCT. 26 .1809 THE 50th YEAR HE HAS GOVERN'D AND PRESERVED AN AFFECTIONATE LOYAL PEOPLE, BHM 653, 28.25 grammes, GVF, George III Enters the 50th Year of his Reign 1809 25mm diameter in copper by Kettle & Sons, Obverse: GRAND NATIONAL JUBILEE CELEBRATED OCT 25 1809 THE KING HAVING ENTERED THE 50th YEAR OF HIS REIGN, Reverse: An Imperial Crown above sword and sceptre intertwined with ribbon on which NATIONAL JUBILL OF GEORGE III, Below 50 K&S, BHM 648, 4.38 grammes, Good Fine
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in bronze by B.Pistrucci 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 JAMJURE ANIMO PATERNO, In Exergue: INAUGURATUS DIE. JULII XIX. ANNO MDCCCXXI, BHM 1070, Eimer 1146, 22.89g, EF with some minor contact marks and a tiny spot in the King's hair
Union of England and Scotland 1707 35mm diameter in bronze by J.Croker, Obverse: Bust left draped, ANNA. D:G. MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB: REG. Reverse: Arms of Britain on an escutcheon, supported on a platform inscribed SEMPER EADEM decorated with a rose and thistle, with two infant genii supporting a crown above the arms; collar and George of the Garter below, 14.97 grammes, Eimer 425, EF with some verdigris spots on the reverse
Medals a varied group (21) comprising Imperial Service Medals (2) George V Crowned Bust, awarded to Arthur James Smith, EF with some scratches, George VI Crowned Bust, INDIAE legend, awarded to Alfred Frederick Greenleaf EF cleaned with some scratches, Special Constabulary Medal, awarded to William J. Dunbar VF cleaned with some scratches, United Nations Medal with Korea clasp, VF with some staining, NATO Medal with Former Yugoslavia clasp, World War II Stars (5) 1939-1945 Star, Italy Stars (2), and Burma Stars (2) NVF to VF some cleaned or stained, one of the Italy Stars missing it's ribbon, World War II 1939-1945 British War Medals (2) VF the clasps possibly re-attached, World War II Defence Medal NVF with contact marks, London County Council King's Medal , awarded to G. Singleton VF cleaned, Miniatures (3) 1918 Mercantile Marine Medal NVF, General Service Medal with Kenya clasp VG, and Dunkirk 1939 Medal Fine, a Military Officer Bath Pip and two regimental badges, USA World War II Service medal , Occupation Forces with Asia clasp, NVF, Co-op Medal 1863-1913 NEF and lustrous, along with RAF a mixed group, comprising Air Engineer Wings, Sergeant stripes, Medals (5) War Medal 1939-1945, Defence medal, 1939-1945 Star with Bomber Command clasp, France and Germany Star, and Italy Star, VF to EF, an RAF cap badge, Squadron 166 card badge, and RAF Arm Eagle badges (2), Postage Medal boxes (3) one containing a British War Medal 1939-1945, along with medal entitlement slips (3), in varied condition
VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 77mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1733 the official Royal Mint issue by Boehm, Obv. Bust left crowned and veiled VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX Rev. 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 MDCCCLXXXVIII and MDCCCXXXVII and VRI in a wreath in between. IN. COMMEMORATION Exergue. Five linked shields inscribed ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 197.09 grammes, EF with some scratches in the field on either side
End of World War I 1919 64mm in bronze by Spink & Son, Obverse: Bust of the King left, draped and crowned, GEORGIVS V REX ET IMP, Reverse: Peace standing facing with wings spread, a dove with an olive branch in it's beak at her right hand, an olive spray in her left. Surrounded by a laurel wreath. At her feet, to the left, an anchor and ribbon, and to the right a broken sword and a ribbon, 158.70 grammes, BHM 4146VF with some light surface dirt and touches of verdigris in places
Expedition to Vigo Bay 1702 37mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, Obverse: Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . DEI . GRA : MAG : BR : FRA : ET . HIB : REGINA., Reverse: Ships burning within a harbour, a fleet lying at it's mouth near a fort, CAPTA. ET. INCENSA. GAL: ET. HISP: CLASSE. Exergue: AG. VIGUM. XII . OCT . MDCCII. MI ii 236/18, Eimer 395a, 18.09 grammes, About Fine
British Empire Exhibition 1925 51mm diameter in bronze by B. MacKennal/P. Metcalfe, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, GEORGIVS V BRITT: OMN: REX ET IND: IMP: Reverse: Three stylized figures standing, holding objects symbolizing food, transport and housing, BRITISH EMPIRE EXHIBITION 1925, 68.36 grammes, Eimer 1997, UNC in the box of issue. Note: The official award medal issued to exhibitors in 1925, unnamed
Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 39mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Bust left draped and crowned, INVESTITURE OF CHARLES . PRINCE OF WALES. CAERNARVON JULY 1969 in the fields, Reverse: Caernarvon castle, Prince of Wales feathers and motto above, Welsh Dragon below, ARWISGIAD . SIARL TYWYSOG . CYMRU, 26.75 grammes, EF with some small areas of dark toning in places, officially numbered on the edge
Death of William IV 1837 38mm diameter in White Metal by T. Halliday, Obverse: Bare head right, WILLIAM IV . KING OF GREAT BRITAIN BORN AUG. 21 1765, Reverse: A funerary urn and palm branch on a plinth inscribed 'Died June 20 1837' Around: MARRIED JULY 11 1818 ACCESSION JUNE 26 1830 CROWNED SEP 8 1831, 17.57 grammes, BHM 1720, EF with some contact marks and edge nicks
Medals (3) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 76mm diameter in oxidised White Metal by F.Bowcher/Spink & Son, Obverse: Crowned, laureate, veiled and draped bust left, VICTORIA . DEI . GRA : BRITT : REGINA . FID : DEF : IND : IMP MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Royal Arms with supporters above THE BRITISH EMPIRE within rays. A.D. 1897. Below: Clasped hands in cruciform within a circle, dividing PEACE/LOVE/AND/UNION within sprays. Around: Names of British Territories on 55 shields in two concentric circles, 133.20 grammes, GVF with some scratches and an edge knock, Queen Victoria Coronation 1838 48mm diameter in white metal by J. Davis Obverse: Bare head of Queen Victoria left, with hair in chignon HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY VICTORIA, Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned on decorated plinth, Scotia, Hibernia and Britannia around, BORN MAY 24 1819 ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20 1837 CROWNED JUNE 26 1838 34.10 grammes, VF, the reverse rim with some corrosion, holed, The Duke of Cambridge Visit to Birmingham 1857 55mm diameter in bronze by J.Moore, Obverse: Bust left, draped GENERAL H.R.H. THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE, K.G., K.P., G.C.B., G.C.M.G, COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF, Reverse: Text in 19 lines: STRUCK AT THE WORKS OF G.R. COLLIS / TO / COMMEMORATE / THE AUSPICIOUS VISIT / OF / HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS / THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE / TO THE TOWN OF / BIRMINGHAM / ON THE OCCASION OF / THE OPENING OF / CALTHORPE PARK / A PLACE OF RECREATION FOR / THE PEOPLE / BY INVITATION OF / JOHN RATCLIFFE ESQr. / MAYOR / JUNE 1st. / 1857., 82.20 grammes, BHM 2594, VF with some spots and light surface marks
Foundation of the New Royal Exchange 1842 44mm diameter in copper, by W. Wyon, Obverse: Diademed head of the Queen left, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIARUMREGINA F:D:, Reverse: Legend in 10 lines: IN COMMEMORATION / OF LAYING THE FIRST STONE / BY / H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT / CONSORT OF / H:M: QUEEN VICTORIA / 17 JANUARY 1842 / IN THE FIFTH YEAR / OF HER REIGN, 44.31 grammes, BHM 2078, some residual dirt in the lettering and in the Queen's crown, VF with an edge knock
George III preserved From Assassination 1800 38mm diameter in bronze, by P. Kempson, Obverse: Crown below rays within a wreath entwined with a ribbon inscribed GOD GIVE PRAISE. Above: PRESERVED FROM ASSASSINATION below: MAY 15 1800, Reverse: An Angel kneeling on a cloud holding a plaque bearing the portrait of the King and protecting it from an arrow with a shield GOD SAVE THE KING, 28.54 grammes, BHM 486, GVF/NEF. The assassin was James Hadfield a member of a millennialist group who believed that if he himself was killed by the British Government the second coming of Christ would follow. Hadfield was acquitted of treason for reasons of insanity leading to major additions to in British statutory law namely Criminal Lunatics Act 1800 and Treason Act 1800 which resulted in Hadfield being detained till he died in 1841 in Bedlam.
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897, 60mm diameter in silver, unsigned, possibly of German origin, Obverse: Crowned, veiled and draped bust of Queen Victoria VICTORIA D.GT. BRITT. REG. F.D. IND. IMP., Reverse: A female figure, stands on a terrace holding a laurel wreath and Royal shield. A view of Windsor castle in the distance, Exergue: 1837-1897. 102.43 grammes, BHM 3587, VF cleaned, ex-swivel mount
Coronation of William IV 1831 55mm diameter in White Metal by T.W. Ingram, Obverse: Britannia, with Hibernia and Scotia, offering a crown to the King and Queen standing right, Fame flying above. In Exergue: CROWNED SEPr 8th 1831, Reverse: Legend in 7 lines, KING WILLIAM IV / BORN AUGt. 13th. 1765 / QUEEN ADELAIDE / BORN AUGt. 13th. 1792 /MARRIED JULY 11. 1818 / ASCENDED JUNE 29 / 1830 within a closed wreath, 58.48 grammes, BHM 1484, Near VF with some contact marks and edge nicks
The Great Exhibition 1851, 52mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Crowned Gothic head of Queen Victoria left, VICTORIA QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN within a wide border of shamrocks, thistles, roses, laurel and oak, Reverse: View of the Exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION LONDON 1851. In Exergue: PROPOSED BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT. / DESIGNED BY JOSEPH PAXTON ESQ. F.L.S. / ERECTED BY FOX, HENDERSON & Co. / LENGTH 1848 FEET, WIDTH 456 FEET, / HEIGHT OF PRINCIPAL ROOF 66 FEET, / HEIGHT OF TRANSEPT 108 FEET, / GLAZED SURFACE 900,000 SUP. FEET / OCCUPIES 18 ACRES / OF GROUND / ESTIMATED VALUE £150,000, 39.41 grammes, BHM 2420, About EF with some contact marks and small tone spots
German States - Prussia, Breslau, 32mm diameter in silver by Johann Reich, Obverse: A crowned female figure kneels, mourning at a tomb with bust of Friedrich Wilhelm II, DURCH HULD UND GNADE EWIG UNVERGESSLICH. Reverse: Sun over a city view ENTWEICHT BRESLAUS BURGER GRUKKENDER KUMER Exergue: IN FEBRUAR 1791, 9.77 grammes, VF
Marriage of George, Prince of Wales to Caroline of Brunswick 1795 25mm diameter in Brass, unsigned, Obverse: Draped bust of Princess Caroline, left, CAROLINE . QUEEN CONSORT OF ENGLAND. Reverse: Imperial Crown in splendour, BORN MAY 17 1768 , MARRIED APRIL 8, 1795. 4.91 grammes, BHM 399, NEF/GVF
Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 38mm diameter in bronze by R. Heaton & Sons, Obverse: Diademed Veiled head of Queen Victoria left, VICTORIA REG: JUBILEE YEAR 1887, Reverse: Legend within an open wreath, with crown in splendour above IN COMMEMORATION / OF THE FIFTIETH YEAR / OF THE REIGN OF H.G.M/ QUEEN VICTORIA / ASCENDED THE THRONE / JUNE 20th / 1837, 19.33 grammes, BHM 3249, EF
Coronation of William IV 1831 25mm diameter in brass, unsigned, Obverse: Conjoined and draped busts left of William IV and Queen Adelaide, WILLIAM IV & QUEEN ADELAIDE . CROWNED SEP.8.1831, Reverse: An Imperial Crown, WILLIAM IV BORN AUG 21 1765 QUEEN ADELAIDE BORN AUG 13 1765 MARRIED JULY 1818, BHM 1520, 4.45 grammes, About EF and lustrous with some small spots
Coronation of George III 1761 35mm diameter in copper by L. Natter, The Official Coronation issue. Obverse: Bust right, Laureate, cuirassed and draped, offset to the left in the field, GEORGIUS . III . D. G. M. BRI. FRA. ET. HIB. REX. F.D. Reverse: Britannia standing regarding the King and holding a crown above his head, the King seated on a throne garnished with a lion facing right, orb to right. PATRIÆ . OVANTI. Exergue: CORON . XXII . SEP . MDCCLXI in two lines, 15.00 grammes, BHM 23A, Fine. Note: BHM states that the copper specimens are much rarer than the silver.
Coronation of Queen Victoria (3) 45mm diameter in White Metal by T. Halliday, Obverse: Bare head of the Queen left, VICTORIA QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN BORN MAY 24 1819., Reverse: Britannia, Scotia, Victory and Hibernia with outstretched arms crowning Queen Victoria seated facing. LONG LIVE THE QUEEN. Exergue: CORONATION JUNE 28. 1838, 31.23g, BHM 1822, GVF with uneven surfaces, pierced for suspension, 46mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: Diademed head left, Above: VICTORIA. Around: ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE.20 1837 IN THE 19. YEAR OF HER AGE, Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned with her right foot resting on the British lion. Commerce, Britannia, Justice and Plenty around. Above: CORONATION, Exergue: AT WESTMINSTER JUNE 28th 1838, 30.15 grammes, BHM 1842, NEF pierced for suspension, 35mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: Diademed head left, Above: VICTORIA. Around: ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE.20 1837 IN THE 19. YEAR OF HER AGE, Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned with her right foot resting on the British lion. Commerce, Britannia, Justice and Plenty around. Above: CORONATION, Exergue: AT WESTMINSTER JUNE 28. 1838, 12.19 grammes, BHM 1842, NEF with a spot on the Queen's hair, struck from rusty dies
Opening of the Coal Exchange 1849 27mm diameter in White metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Crowned Gothic style portrait of the Queen left H.M.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA, on surrounding wide border : BORN MAY 24th 1819 CROWNED JUNE 28 1838. MARRIED FEB : 10 1840, Reverse: View of the building THE NEW COAL MARKET, LONDON, Exergue: OPENED BY HER MAJESTY OCT. 30 1849, 6.14 grammes, BHM 2356, NEF with some rim nicks
Kings and Queens of England 1731 Henry V (No.16) 41mm diameter in bronze by J. Dassier, Obverse: Bust right, armoured, helmeted, wreathed and crowned, HENRICUS . V. D.G. ANG. FR . ET . HIB . REX . Reverse: A decorated tomb, the plinth inscribed NATUS 1388 CORONAT . 1413 MORT . 1422. Eimer 526, 27.02 grammes , NEF with light surface pitting in places
Marriage of George, Duke of York to Mary of Teck 1893 in White Metal (3) the first 33mm diameter unsigned, BHM 3450, 11.87 grammes, VF pierced for suspension, the second 39mm diameter by Birmingham Mint, BHM 3443, 16.22 grammes, Good Fine, pierced for suspension, the third 39mm diameter, unsigned, BHM 3447, 24.92 grammes, VF, and Coronation of Edward VII (9) the first The official Royal Mint issue 31mm diameter in silver NVF, the remaining 8 are local issues in base metal in mixed grades to NEF (2 pierced for suspension), along with a Fantasy Crown Edward VII dated 1905 the reverse as the adopted Halfcrown currency design, Plain edge, A/UNC
Coronation of George VI 1937 44mm diameter in bronze (2), the first, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, crowned and in Coronation robes CORONATION OF KING GEORGE VI & QUEEN ELIZABETH 12 MAY 1937, Reverse: Britannia stand in an archway holding crown aloft in her right hand and holds Union Jack in her left hand. CROWNED A.D. 1937. BRITISH to lower right, 46.17 grammes, Fine with some surface marks and an edge knock, the second Obverse: Busts left conjoined, crowned and in Coronation robes KING . GEORGE . VI & QUEEN ELIZABETH . on a wide border. Reverse: Britannia stand in an archway holding crown aloft in her right hand and holds Union Jack in her left hand. CROWNED A.D. 1937. BRITISH to lower right, 49.62 grammes, Good Fine/Fine
Visit of KingGeorge V and Queen Mary to Slaithwaite, near Huddersfield, 1912, 38mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, draped and crowned, KING GEORGE V. AND QUEEN MARY, Reverse: Inscription in six lines: A MEMENTO / OF THE / KING AND QUEEN'S VISIT / TO / SLAITHWAITE / JULY 11th 1912, 22.80 grammes, GEF
Capture of Helder Point 1799 40mm diameter in bronze, by T. Halliday, Obverse: Bust facing, uniformed, head turned to left SIR RALPH ABERCROMBIE K.B. LIEUTENANT GENERAL . Reverse: Column on rock decorated with a crown and flags, , with sea and peninsular beyond, PATRIAE INFELICI FIDELIS , Exergue, : :LANDED IN HOLLAND & TOOK HELDER POINT AUG: 27 1799, 28.65 grammes, Eimer 910, BHM 477, GVF with some small rim nicks
Medals (2) Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 44mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust right, Reverse: Britannia standing in archway, CM271d A/UNC, boxed, Coronation of George VI 1937 24mm diameter in base metal (pewter?), uniface, Obverse: conjoined busts left with CORONATION above and the date below EF, Queen Elizabeth II Coronation tins 1953 Manchester (2) each with a Halfcrown in the base inside, one George VI and one Elizabeth II (1953 obverse) GEF to UNC
Battle of Malplaquet 1709 47mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . D:G: MAG : BRI : FR : ET . HIB : REG:, Reverse: A battle scene in a wood, Victory hovering with two laurel wreaths. CONCORDIA ET . VIRTVTE. In exergue: GALLIS . AD . TAISNIERE . DE VICTIS . AVG XXXI. MDCCIX, MI ii 359/197, Eimer 438, 40.30 grammes, EF lightly cleaned with some hairlines, Rare
Expedition to Vigo Bay 1702 37mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . DEI . GRA : MAG : BR : FRA : ET . HIB : REGINA., Reverse: Ships burning within a harbour, a fleet lying at it's mouth near a fort, CAPTA. ET. INCENSA. GAL: ET. HISP: CLASSE. Exergue: AG. VIGUM. XII . OCT . MDCCII. MI ii 236/18, Eimer 395, 18.30 grammes, GVF/NEF
Coronation of James II 1685, 34mm diameter in silver by J. Roettier, Obverse: Bust right, armoured, laureate and draped, IACOBVS . II . D.G.ANG. SCO. FR. ET. HI. REX, Reverse: A crown upon a cushion. Above: A crown held by a hand issuing from Heaven A. MILITARI. AD. REGIAM. Exergue: INAVGVRAT . 23. AP. 1685, MI i 605/5-6, Eimer 273, 15.30 grammes, GVF, the obverse with some light adjustment lines, signs of old light cleaning now with colourful toning in the legends, and retaining good eye appeal
George III Preserved from Assassination 1800, 38mm diameter in silver by P.Kempson Obverse: Crown below rays within a wreath entwined with a ribbon inscribed GOD GIVE PRAISE. Above: PRESERVED FROM ASSASSINATION. Below: MAY 15 1800., Reverse: Angel kneeling on a cloud holding a plaque bearing the portrait of the King and protecting it from an arrow by a shield. GOD SAVE THE KING, 28.07 grammes, BHM 486, GVF with some minor contact marks and rim nicks. Research of this medal has uncovered just two examples in silver, one in the British Museum, another, in the RoyalCollection Trust, was acquired by Queen Mary in 1935, this example being enclosed in the top of a tortoiseshell snuff box.
Coronation of George I 1714 34mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, 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. MDCCXIIII, 15.07 grammes, Eimer 470, VF/GVF with an edge nick and some scratches in the fields
Coronation of George VI 1937, 29mm diameter in silver by Pinches, London, Obverse : Conjoined busts left, both crowned and draped, KING . GEORGE . VI . AND . QUEEN . ELIZABETH, Reverse: A crown on a rose TO . COMMEMORATE . THE . CORONATION . IN . WESTMINSTER . ABBEY . MAY . 12th . 1937, 13.73 grammes, UNC or very near so with prooflike surfaces
Medals and Medallic Covers (9) comprising Medals (5) Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969, by Sandhill Imports Ltd. 110.46 grammes of Britannia silver toned UNC boxed with certificate, Man's First Moon Landing 1969 Apollo 11, 58mm diameter in silver, 71.35 grammes, Obverse: The Lunar Module, Reverse: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins facing UNC toned, officially numbered on the edge, boxed with certificate, Apollo 11 July 1969 51mm diameter in silver, 71.63 grammes, Obverse a depiction of an American Eagle landing on the moon, with olive branch in it's claws, Reverse: a depiction of the Moon WE CAME IN PEACE FOR ALL MANKIND and the names of the astronauts, Tone EF, boxed with certificate, Royal Wedding 1981 of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer 38mm diameter Silver Proof by Birmingham Mint, nFDC in the red box of issue with certificate, Royal Visit to Russia 1994 by Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh 38mm diameter in silver by The Royal Mint, Obverse: Portrait of the Queen right, ROYAL VISIT TO RUSSIA 1994, Reverse: Representations of St. George in British and Russian style, together with the Cathedral of St. Basil The Blessed, with inscription OFFICIAL VISIT TO RUSSIA, OCTOBER 1994, in Russian, Silver Proof FDC boxed as issued, Medallic Covers (4) 1975 Apollo/Soyuz Space Link-up comprising Crown-sized Silver Medal, USA 10 Cent stamp and Russian 20 Kopek stamps on the commemorative envelope, inside the blue card holder of issue, USA 1976 Bicentenary of Independence Day comprising 32mm diameter sterling silver medal showing the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the signing of the successor to the original document, UNC on the commemorative envelope with a set of 4x 13 cent stamps, which were cancelled on the day of issue, 1976 Day of the Concorde comprising Silver medal 39mm diameter Proof like UNC with Bahrain and GB stamps, UNC in the blue folder of issue, 1976 USA Bicentenary/Royal Visit of Queen Elizabeth II comprising 39mm Silver medal by the Birmingham Mint, and 11p stamp, on the commemorative envelope of issue in blue folder, along with Silver Stamp Ingot 1977 by Danbury Mint of the Queen Elizabeth IISilver Jubilee 10p stamp, 62mm x 45mm in sterling silver 74.08 grammes, UNC with some toning, with accompanying First Day Cover with 4x stamps 13p, 11p, 10p and 8½p, in the Danbury Mint box of issue with their certificate
Death of Prince Charles (III) 1788 53mm diameter by G. Hamerani, Bust right, draped, HEN . IX . MAG . BRIT . FR . ET . HIB . REX . FID . DEF . CARD . EP . TVSC, Reverse: Religion standing in foreground holding cross and bible, lion couchant, cardinal's hat and crown at her feet. Beyond: A view of St. Peter's, Rome, In exergue: AN . MDCCLXXXVIII , BHM 282, Eimer 823, 58.08 grammes, EF
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 30mm diameter in Silver by C.Emptmeyer. Awarded to Members of the Royal Household, Senior Officials and Government Ministers, Obverse: Jubilee style bust left, VICTORIA D.G.REGINA ET IMPERATRIX F.D. Reverse: 8 line crowned inscription within a wreath IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 60TH YEAROF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA 20 JUNE 1897, all within a wreath, with suspension and ribbon, unnamed, VF with some contact ,marks and an edge bruise, Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in White Metal, by Spink & Son Ltd. Obverse Bust left Crowned, veiled, laureate and draped TO COMMEMORATE THE 60th YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'SREIGN, VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS , Reverse: Imperial Crown above VRI cypher within open wreath, view of sea with lighthouse to left and ships to right GOD SAVE THE QUEEN. Above: Shields inscribed with the names of the five continents linked by two chains within which LOVE PEACE AND UNION. In Exergue : Four Shields, with terrestrial globe with riband inscribed BRITONS REJOICE, GVF with some surface marks, holed for suspension, Queen Victoria Golden Jubilee 1887 in bronze with square with sepia picture of Queen Victoria in the centre, BORN 1819 CROWNED 1838 MARRIED 1840 JUBILEE 1887 around, reverse inscribed with the words of the national Anthem, VF, and a prize medal 1905 Football League Daymen HMS Crescent Cape of Good Hope 1905 awarded to A.C. Shepherd Lg. Sgt. Inside Right VF with suspension loop
Medals (4) Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 36mm diameter in bronze by G.F.Pidgeon and J. Philip, Eimer 984a Obverse: Two men stand facing each other, with hands clasped: beyond: five people dancing around a tree, WE ARE ALL BRETHREN, In Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED BY GREAT BRITAIN 1807. Reverse: Arabic inscription (= sales of slaves prohibited in 1807, Christian era, in the reign of George III, Verily we are all brothers), 15.98 grammes, VG, also listed as a Sierra Leone Penny Token 1807 KM#Tn1.1 (issued 1814), Catholic School Committee medal 47mm diameter in bronze by T.Leighton, Birmingham (1888-1901) Obverse: Seven figures - a standing full-length Madonna and Child, surrounded by kneeling mothers and children, MATER ADMIRABILIS MONSTRA TE ESSE MATREM, Reverse: REWARD FOR GOOD CONDUCT AND ADVANCE FROM THE CATHOLIC SCHOOL COMMITTEE in 7 lines, 46.45 grammes, NVF, Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 51mm diameter in white metal by F.Bowcher, for Spink & Son, London, Obverse: Crowned, Laureate and Veiled draped bust of the Queen, left, VICTORIA D:G: BRITT : REGINA : F:D: IND : IMP : IN . COMMEM . AN . REG . SEXAGESMI MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Royal Coat of Ams within a circle of shields inscribed with the names of the members of the Royal Family, THE ROYAL FAMILY BHM 3512, 38.81 grammes, VF/GVF with scratches on the obverse, holed at the top , Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Souvenir medal undated (1953) - The National Playing Fields Association 35mm diameter in aluminium NEF with some scratches
South Africa - Royal Visit to South Africa 1947 38mm diameter, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, crowned, in coronation robes, no legend, Reverse: Crowned GRE cypher ROYAL VISIT 1947, 36.18 grammes, unlisted by Eimer, EF with matt finish, in the Royal Mint box of issue
Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 39mm diameter in silver Obverse: Bust left, crowned, INVESTITURE . OF . CHARLES . PRINCE OF WALES . CAERNARVON, Reverse: View of the castle, with Welsh Dragon below, AREWISGIAD . SIARL TYWYSOG . CYMRU, 26.62 grammes, EF
Prince Albert Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University 1847 49mm diameter in bronze by J. Peters & Son, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, the Queen diademed, HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA & H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT , Reverse: A crowned inscription within an open wreath in 11 lines IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTY'S VISITTO CAMBRIDGE AT THE INSTALLATIONOF HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS PRINCE ALBERT AS CHANCELLOR OF THE UNIVERSITY JULY 1847, BHM 2257, 53.02 grammes, VF with some surface dirt
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 35mm diameter in bronze by G.Frampton. Obverse: Busts left, conjoined and draped, EDWARDVS VII REX ET IMP ET ALEXANDRA REG 1902, Reverse: Imperial Crown upon a radiate circle, a lion above, flanked by two trees decorated with the Scottish Lion, left, and Irish Harp, right. In Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF THE CORONATION OF KING EDWARD VII AND QVEEN ALEXANDRA 1902, Eimer 1872, BHM 3767, 17.66 grammes, A/UNC in the box of issue
Medallic issues (4) 2020 Portrait of a British Statesman - Sir WinstonChurchill (2) each 70mm diameter with a black-and-white photo portrait on the obverse, Reverse: silhouette of Churchill against a London skyline, Prooflike UNC with one certificate, 2014 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings oval 85mm x 62mm in gold-plated copper Proof with colour photograph and flags, FDC with certificate, VE-Day 1945 Commemorative, Crown-sized with coloured Union Jack on the reverse Prooflike UNC, and Gibraltar Crown 2020 75th Anniversary of the End of World War II with photo of the front page of the Daily Sketch from 1945 Prooflike UNC
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in bronze, by J.E.Boehm/F. Leighton, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, the Official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: Bust left crowned and veiled VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX., Rev. 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 MDCCCLXXXVIII and MDCCCXXXVII and VRI in a wreath in between. IN. COMMEMORATION, Exergue: Five linked shields inscribed ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA and AFRICA, 206.56 grammes, UNC in the red Royal Mint box of issue with descriptive card
Expedition to Vigo Bay 1702 37mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, Obverse: Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . DEI . GRA : MAG : BR : FRA : ET . HIB : REGINA., Reverse: Ships burning within a harbour, a fleet lying at it's mouth near a fort, CAPTA. ET. INCENSA. GAL: ET. HISP: CLASSE. Exergue: AG. VIGUM. XII . OCT . MDCCII. MI ii 236/18, Eimer 395, 17.59 grammes, Near Fine/Fine
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 (2) a pair 52mm and 35mm diameter in bronze by G. Frampton, Obverse: Busts left conjoined and draped, EDWARDVS . VII . REX . ET . IMP . ET . ALEXANDRA . REG 1902, Reverse: The Imperial Crown on a radiate circle, lion above, flanked by two trees with the Scottish Lion, left and the Irish HArp, right Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF THE CORONATION. OF. KING. EDWARD. VII. AND QVEEN ALEXANDRA 1902, Eimer 1872a and 1872c, BHM 3767, 54.73 grammes and 17.75 grammes, both A/UNC in the boxes of issue, the boxes with some wear
Medals (6) 1995 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain 53.3 grammes of 0.925 Silver Proof FDC, 1987 Tercentenary of the Revival of the Order of the Thistle 63mm diameter in bronze by the Royal Mint, Toned Finish UNC, 1988 400th Anniversary of the Spanish Armada 63mm diameter in bronze by the Royal Mint, Toned Finish UNC, 1990 Bicentenary of the Launch of 'The Original' Lifeboat, 63mm diameter in bronze by The Royal Mint, Toned Finish UNC, 1990 175th Anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo 63mm diameter in bronze by the Royal Mint, Toned Finish UNC, 1994 Tower Bridge Centenary 63mm diameter in bronze by the Royal Mint, Toned Finish UNC, in the Royal Mint boxes of issue with certificates, Medals a 2-piece set 1988 comprising Dublin City Millennium 988-1988 63mm diameter in bronze, by the Royal Mint, and Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin 1038-1988 63mm diameter in bronze, Toned Finish UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificates, Medallic Covers (2) 1977 Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee comprising Crown-sized Silver medal and set of 4 x stamps 13p, 11p, 10p and 8 1/2p, on the commemorative envelope as issued in the silver Birmingham Mint wallet, 1979 International Year of the Child comprising Crown-sized Silver Medal nFDC and set of 4 x stamps 13p, 11p, 10 1/2p and 9p on the commemorative envelope as issued in the red Birmingham Mint wallet
France (8) 'Centenaire de 1789' Medaille de l'Administration des Monnaies et Medallies 51mm diameter in bronze GVF, 1889 Exposition Universelle 'Centenaire de 1789' 33mm diameter in bronze (2) VF and GVF both with some verdigris spots, undated - Re-establishment of the Statue of Henry IV (2) each 32mm diameter in bronze by Raymond Gayrard, Obverse: Busts right conjoined, HENRI IV LOUIS XVIII Reverse: A NOS FIDELES SUJETS POUR AVOIR SPONTANEMENT ET DE LEURS DENIERS RETABLI LA STATUE DE NOTRE VI AIEUL HENRI IV VF and GVF both with some spots, 1694 Capture of Palamos, in bronze bu MAUGER Obverse: Louis XIV right LUDOVICUS MAGNUS REX CHRISTIANISSIMUS, Reverse: a female figure seated and chained to a rock, crown in her lap, looking down on the harbour of Palamos PALAMOS VI CAPTA Exergue: M.DC.XCIIII, VF, 1724 Promotion of Knights of the Order of the Holy Spirit 41mm diameter in bronze, Obverse Bust right draped, legend worn, Reverse: The King dressed in Grand masters robes, places the collar of the Order DECUS ET MERCES around the neck of a receiving Knight kneeling before him, Exergue: LVIII. PROCERES TORQUE DONATI / JUNII. M. DCC. XXIV. 26.80 grammes, Fair/Fine, the obverse edges flattened, and Five Sols 1792 medallic issue by Monneron Fair, gilded, Switzerland Religious Medal undated 33mm diameter in bronze by J. Mauger, Obverse: An open Bible POST TENEBRAS LUX IHS SAINTE BIBLE, Reverse: 3e JUBILE DE LA REFORMATION GENEVE 23 AOUT 1835, VF lacquered
Edward VII (4) Coronation of Edward VII 1902 31mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1871b, BHM 3737 EF, Coronation of Edward VII 38mm diameter in bronze by J. Carter Obverse: Conjoined busts left THEI MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTIESEDWARD VII & ALEXANDRA, Reverse: Royal Arms draped and crowned, within a wreath, CORONATION AUGUST 9TH 1902 EF with some spots, boxed, Edward VII Coronation 20mm diameter in silver by Lauer, Obverse: Bust facing, three-quarters left, Reverse: Royal Arms and supporters, DIEU ET MON DROIT below, In Exergue: IN CELEBRATION OF THE CORONATION 1902 VF loop mounted at the top, Death of Edward VII 1910 39mm diameter in white metal, by Sale, Obverse: Bust right EDWARD VII BORN NOV 9th 1841, CROWNED AUGUST 9th 1902, DIED MAY 6th 1910, Reverse: Britannia crying, leaning on the King's tomb. BHM 3894, 21.09 grammes, VF with some surface residue
Medals in White metal (8) Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 55mm diameter in White metal by T.W. Ingram, Obverse: Bust left VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR : REGINA F:D:, Reverse: Queen Victoria seated on dais, left, being crowned by Archbishop. Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia standing before her, Fame and cherubs flying above, BORN MAY 24th 1819. ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20. 1837. In Exergue: CROWNED/JUNE 28. 1838, BHM 1832, 63.66 grammes, VF/GVF the obverse with some blistering, holed at the top, Queen Victoria Golden Jubilee (6) 1887 Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITANNIAR : REG : F:D: Reverse: Legend within open wreath, crown in splendour above. IN COMMEMORATION OF THE FIFTIETH YEAR OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837, in 7 lines, BHM 3235 GVF/NEF, 1887 38mm diameter in White metal by J. Carter, Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled, VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse: Legend within open wreath, crown in splendour above. IN COMMEMORATION OF THE FIFTIETH YEAR OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837, in 7 lines, BHM 3241 EF and lustrous, holed at the top, 1887 44mm diameter in White metal by Brookes & Adams, Obverse: Crown, Veiled and draped bust of Queen Victoria facing, VICTORIA QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND. EMPRESS OF INDIA. Reverse: Imperial Crown above inscription and crossed sceptres within an open wreath, TO COMMEMORATE HER MAJESTY'S JUBILEE 1887, BHM 3227, NEF holed at the top, 1887 40mm diameter in White metal by Baddeley & Reynolds, Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE JUBILEE REIGN OF H.G.M.QUEEN VICTORIA . 1837-1897. Reverse: Inscription within an open wreath entwined with names of Commonwealth countries , crowned shield below dividing GREAT BRITAIN. Above on ribbon INDIA, below, within wreath VICTORIA E.I. BORN MAY 24th 1819/ASCENDED JUNE 20.37/ CROWNED JUNE 28.38/ MARRIED FEB 10.40/ JUBILEE 1887, BHM 3222 GVF/NEF and lustrous, holed at the top. 1887 33mm diameter in White metal by J. Moore, Obverse: Diademed and veiled head of Queen Victoria left, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE JUBILEE REIGN OF H.G.M.QUEEN VICTORIA . 1837-1897. Reverse: Inscription within a closed wreath entwined with names of Commonwealth countries on ribband, Crowned Royal Arms below, VICTORIA E.I. BORN MAY 24th 1819/ASCENDED JUNE 20.37/ CROWNED JUNE 28.38/ MARRIED FEB 10.40/ JUBILEE 1887, BHM 3262VF holed at the top, 1887 30mm diameter in White metal, unsigned, Obverse: Bust half left, crowned, draped and veiled, VICTORIA QUEEN OF BRITAIN AND EMPRESS OF INDIA. 1887, Reverse: BORN 1819 : CROWNED 1838 . MARRIED 1840. 1838 TO 1887. TO COMMEMORATE THE JUBILEE OF H.M. QUEEN VICTORIA 1887. GVF/NEF holed at the top, Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 45mm diameter, bronzed, Obverse: Bust left draped, crowned and veiled, VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS . DIAMOND JUBILEE 1897 . Reverse: Britannia standing, facing right, lion and shield before her. To the right Medallions of Queen Victoria Young Head 1837, Conjoined heads of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert 1840, and Queen Victoria Veiled Head 1887, BORN 1819 . ENTHRONED 1837 . JUBILEE 1887 . 60th YEAR OF REIGN 1897, GVF with some light surface marks
Medals in White metal (5) The International Industrial Exhibition 1851 52mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Conjoined Busts left within a wide wreathed border, Reverse: View of the Exhibition building, 38.43 grammes, BHM 2419, GVF with a rim nick, 50th Anniversary of the Foundation of Sunday Schools 1831 47mm diameter in White metal, unsigned, Obverse: Bust of Robert Raikes left, Reverse: Christ seated left receiving three children attended by female, right, BHM 1554, NVF with some blistering, holed at the top, Centenary of Sunday Schools in Wales 1885 44mm diameter in White Metal Obverse: Draped Bust of Thomas Charles in ecclesiastical vestments, three quarters facing, Reverse: 8 line legend in Welsh, 18.29 grammes, BHM 3201NEF with some surface marks, holed at the top, Visit of Queen Elizabeth of Romania to Llandudno 1890 32mm diameter in White Metal by W. Mayler, Obverse: Bust right, Crowned and draped, Reverse: NIHIL SINE DEO within a wreath, 10.30 grammes, GVF with some contact marks and rim nicks, The Reform Bill 1831 46mm diameter in White Metal Reverse: THE RIGHTS OF THE PEOPLE. COMMERCE. TRADE. CHEAP BREAD. HAPPINESS. REFORM in the centre within a circle with 25 subjects around, Fine, holed
Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 (6) 51mm in white metal, Borough of Croydon, by J. Moore, BHM 3261 NEF holed at the top, 45mm in white metal, by J. Carter BHM 3234, VF holed for suspension with suspension ring and ribbon, 38mm in white metal, unsigned, Reverse: Shield with Ostrich and Emu supporters, BHM 3319 VF/GVF, 38mm in white metal, unsigned, possibly by W.O. Lewis, Obverse: Two portraits of Queen Victoria, each in an oval medallion, one the young portrait, the other the Jubilee portrait, BHM 3315, EF holed for suspension, 37mm in bronze by Pinches, 39mm in bronze by J. Carter, Obverse: Bust left veiled and crowned, VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse: Legend within an open wreath , crown in splendour above, IN COMMEMORATION / OF THE FIFTIETH YEAR/ OF THE REIGN OF H.G.M. / QUEEN VICTORIA / ASCENDED THE THRONE / JUNE 20th / 1837 EF with some minor spots, 37mm in bronze by Pinches, BHM 3276 VF, along with Royal Jubilee Exhibition 1887 45mm in bronze by Heaton, Reverse: View of the Exhibition building, Exergue: OPENED BY T.R.H THE PRINCE AND PRINCESS OF WALES May 3rd 1887 VF with contact marks, lightly cleaned
Europe (5) France - Genealogy of the Dukes of Lorraine , 48mm diameter in bronze, undated and unsigned, Obverse: A family tree with all names in ovals, Reverse: legend in 15 lines:- EBERHARDVS ALSATIAE COMES. HVGONIS ALSATIAE ET FERRETI COMITIS FILIVS. EADIVAM ANGLORVM SANGVINE REGIO ORTAM SOROREM EDGITAE OTHONI . I . IMPERATORI NVPTAE DVXIT VXOREM . AN . CMXXX. ET EX EA PROLEM SVSCEPIT ADHELEIDEM IMPERATORISCONRADI SALICI MATREM . GARARDVM METENSEM . C . ET AD ALBERTVM COMITEM ALSATIAE, VF holed at the top, Italy General Exposition, Torino 1884, 51mm diameter in White metal by Cravero E Cargnino, Obverse Umberto I left draped, UMBERTO I RE D'ITALIA, Reverse: Classical male figure, emblems, City view, locomotive and statue behind, ESPOSIZIONE GENERALE ITALIANA TORINO 1884, GVF with some surface marks, Germany (2) Seven Years War 1757 - Battle of Prague, Obverse: Military cuirassed half-length bust in profile of Frederick the Great (Frederick II of Prussia), facing right wearing laurel wreath FRIDERICVS MAGN. D. G. REX BORVSS. EL. BRAND. DVX SILES ET, Reverse: Victory hovering (with lightning bolts extending from her right hand behind) over a kneeling figure of Bohemia/Austria - kicking the crown off Empress Maria Theresa. Trophies of captured weapons below, a shield with lettering VICTORIA FRIDERICI MAGN. FAMA · PRVDENTIA · ET · VIRTVTE, Exergue: AVSTR · EXERC · PROPE · PRAG · FVNDIT CÆSO ET · PRAGA · OBSESSA ·VI · MAJI · MDCCLVII, Good Fine, holed twice at the top, 22nd meeting of German Naturalists and Doctors Bremen 1844, 48mm diameter by Wilkens, Obverse: Olbers and Treviranus heads facing left H.W.M.OLBERS 11 OCT 1758 GEST 2 MARCH 1840 G.R.TREVIRANUS 4 FEB 1776 GEST, 16 FEB 1837, Reverse: A still life from the Museum in Bremen DEN DEUTSCHEN NATURFORSSCHERN UND AERZTEN DAS MUSEUM IN BREMEN IM SEPTEMBER 1844, Good Fine with some verdigris, some surface marks and edge nicks, Netherlands Arts and Crafts Exhibition Amsterdam 1877 24mm diameter in White metal by S. De Vries, Obverse: Bust right KONING WILLEM DE DERDE BESCHERMHEER, Reverse: View of a building, KUNST NIJVERHEIDS TENTOONSTELLING, Exergue: AMSTERDAM JULIJ 1877 GVF
Medals (8) Charles I and Henrietta Royalist badge cast in brass Obverse: Bust of the King right, Reverse: Bust of Henrietta left, Poor, holed, Death of Charles Calvert 1832 44mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Obverse: Draped Bust of Charles Calvert left, Reverse: A TRIBUTE FROM THE ELECTORS OF SOUTHWARKTO THE MEMORY OF CHARLES CALVERT ESQr THEIR FAITHFUL REPRESENTATIVEIN FIVE SUCCESSIVE PARLIAMENTS FIRST ELECTED 1812 DIED SEPTr 1832 in 10 lines, BHM 1569, Robert Fellowes 1827 38mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Obverse: Bare Head of Robert Fellows left, ROBERTVS FELLOWES L.L.D. MERENTI PROPOSVIT, Reverse: MORBIS INSPECTIS DESCRIPTIQVE MERVIT. VNIV: COLL : LOND: ALVMIMVS. BHM 1311, About VF with some spots, Defeat of Napoleon 1814 39mm diameter in white metal Obverse: Peace standing emptying cornucopia onto sea shore, barrel to left, ships in background, THEY SHALL PROSPER THAT LOVE THEE, BHM 798, Fine with some pitting, holed at the top, King George IIISentimental Medal 1773 26mm diameter by J. Kirk, Obverse: Bust of the King, right, reverse: GEORGE III KING OF GREAT BRITAIN ETc. BHM 167, About Fine, The Reform Bill 1832 25mm diameter in Brass, unsigned, Obverse: Conjoined heads of Lord Grey, Lord Russell and Lord Brougham, THE FRIENDS OF THE PEOPLE, Reverse: THE GREAT REFORM BILL THE BULWARK OF FREEDOM PASSED INTO A LAW JUNE 7. 1832 in 7 lines, BHM 1616, VG holed, listed as rare by BHM, Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 49mm diameter in White metal by J.Davis, Obverse: Bare head of Queen Victoria left, hair high in chignon, HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESRTY VICTORIA, Reverse: Queen Victoria enthroned, Scotia, Britannia and Hibernia around, Fame and Archbishop behind, BORN MAY 24 1819 ASCENDED THE THROME JUNE 20 1837 CROWN JUNE 26 1838, BHM 1811, Fine/Good Fine with some blistering, holed at the top, Opening of the Newport Dock Extension 1858 51mm diameter in bronze, by J. Moore, A. Aston Medallist, Obverse a view of the new dock. AREA OF NEW DOCKS 57000 YDS, LENGTH 950 FT. Breadth 350 FT. DEPTH 26 FT. COST £64000, Reverse: IN COMMEMORATION OF THE OPENING OF THE NEWPORT DOCK EXTENSION. MARCH 2nd 1858. Legend in 12 lines : CHAIRMAN S. HOMFRAY ESQ. SECRETARY CAPTN. FOOTE R.N.ENGINEER Jas. ABERNETY ESQ. M.I.C.E. RESIDENT ENGINEER J.R. KELLOCK ESQ. CONTRACTORS MESSRS. RENNIE LOGAN & Co.MAYOR Wm. WILLIAMS ESQ. unlisted by BHM NVF with some edge knocks
VictoriaGolden Jubilee (5) 1887 39mm diameter in White Metal by Heaton, Obverse: Bust left, Crowned and veiled, VICTORIA EIN BRENHINES NI 1887, Reverse: QUEEN OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EMPRESS ON INDIA BORM MAY 24th 1819 ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837, MARRIED FEB 10th 1840 (as BHM 3248), NEF holed at the top, 1887 45mm diameter in White Metal by J. Carter, Obverse: Diademed Veiled Head of Queen Victoria VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIARUM REGINA F:D: INDIAE IMPERATRIX, Reverse: Legend within open wreath, a crown in splendour above, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE FIFTIETH YEAR OF THE REIGN OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA , ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837. 27.77 grammes, BHM 3233 VF/GVF and lustrous, 1887 35mm diameter in white metal, unsigned, Obverse bust three-quarters right VICTORIA QUEEN OF BRITAIN AND EMPRESS OF INDIA 1887, Reverse: BORN 1819 . CROWNED 1838 . MARRIED 1840. 1838 TO 1887, TO COMMEMORATE THE JUBILEE OF H.M. QUEEN VICTORIA 1887 19.42 grammes, GVF/NEF and lustrous with some surface marks, holed at the top, 1887 33mm diameter in white metal Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled, TO COMMEMORATE THE JUBILEE OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA 1887 Reverse: VICTORIA JUBILEE BORN 1819 CROWNED 1838 MARRIED 1840 within a wreath NEF, 1887 33mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled, H.M.G.M VICTORIA . BORN MAY 24 1819. ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20.37 CROWNED JUNE 28 1838. Reverse: Ships sailing in a port, Train with carriages, and castle beyond. CELEBRATION OF THE QUEEN'S JUBILEE AT SOUTH BANK AND NORMANBYJUNE 21st 1887. EF
VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 Local issues (5) Bideford 45mm diameter in white metal (2) by J. Carter, Obverse: Diademed head of Queen Victoria left, VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIARUM REGINA F:D:INDIAE IMPERATRIX, Reverse: The Seal of the town of Bideford, PRESENTED TO THE SUNDAY SCHOOL SCHOLARS/OF BIDEFORD/IN COMMEMORATION OF/QUEEN VICTORIA'S JUBILEE/BY THE MAYOR/LEX G. DUNCAN/JUNE 20th 1887, Around - within a linear border IN COMMEMORATION OF THE FIFTIETH YEAR OF THE REIGN OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837 (2) 25.59 grammes and 23.03 grammes, BHM 3235, both VF with some edge nicks, both pierced at the top, Colchester 1887 39mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left, Veiled and crowned, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 50th YEAR OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA 1887, Reverse: Arms of Colchester BOROUGH OF COLCHESTER EGERTON GREEN MAYOR, 27.77 grammes, BHM 3313, NEF with some verdigris spots, listed as rare by BHM, Sunderland 1887 38mm diameter in white metal, unsigned, Obverse Bust left crowned and veiled, VCTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse: City Arms and motto, a ribbon below with EDWIN RICHARDSON MAYOR on it. IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTY'S JUBILEE 1887 SUNDERLAND, 17.87 grammes, unlisted by BHM, GVF holed at the top, Dorchester 1887 36mm diameter in white metal by Pinches, Obverse: Bust left, laureate, crowned and veiled, QUEEN VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819. ASCENDED THE THRONE 20th JUNE 1837. Reverse: City Arms, draped, JUBILEE OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN 1887 IN CORDIBUS POPULI IMPERIUM, with BOROUGH OF DORCHESTER A.POPE MAYOR on the drapery, BHM 3277, VF holed at the top, along with Inauguration of the Statue of H.W.F.Bolckow, First Member of Parliament for Middlesborough 1881 35mm diameter in white metal, by A.Kirkwopod & Sons, Obverse: Statue of Bolckow . H.W.F Bolckow FIRST MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT FOR MIDDLESBOROUGH, Reverse: Arms of Middlesborough within a linear circle TO COMMEMORATE THE UNVEILING OF THE STATUE OF H.W.F BOLCKOW, Below: 6th OCT 1881. below the Arms: AND THE JUBILEE OF MIDDLESBOROUGH,13.81 grammes, BHM 3106, NVF with some surface marks, holed at the top.
Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 39mm diameter in bronze by Heatons, Birmingham, Obverse: Bust left veiled and crowned, VICTORIA REG. JUBILEE YEAR 1887 Reverse: Legend within an open wreath , crown in splendour above, IN COMMEMORATION / OF THE FIFTIETH YEAR/ OF THE REIGN OF H.G.M. / QUEEN VICTORIA / ASCENDED THE THRONE / JUNE 20th / 1837, BHM 3249, Rare, 19.85 grammes, NEF with a stain and some spots, in the Heatons box of issue
Coronation of George IV 1821 25mm diameter in brass, unsigned, Obverse: Laureate head left, GEORGIUS IV BRITANNIARUM REX F.D. Reverse: Imperial crown within branches of oak and entwined thistles, roses and shamrocks. Above: BORN AUG 12. 1762. ACCESSION JAN 29 . 1820. Below: CROWNED JULY 19. 1821, BHM 1109, 4.00 grammes, GVF with two small flan cracks
Coronation of William and Mary 1689 49mm diameter in silver by J.Smeltzing MI.671/43, unlisted by Eimer, Obverse: Bust of King William alone, right GULIELM : III D.G. BRITANN : R. RELIG : LIBERTATISQ : RESTITUT. Reverse: Royal Arms suspended from an orange tree, fleeing figures from left and right, James II removing the crown and dropping the sceptre, and Father Petre, carrying a pyx ITE MISSA EST. In exergue, in 4 lines INAUGURATIS MAIESTATIBUS EIECTO PAPATU EXPULSA TYRANNIDE BRITANNIA FELIX 1689. 51.26 grammes, EF and Very Rare in Silver
Charles IICoronation in 29mm diameter in gold by Thomas Simon Eimer 221 crowned and draped right facing bust obverse, reverse with enthroned King, Peace hovering above Fine and rare, a seldom offered medal
Death of George IV 1830, 51mm diameter in silver, by E. Avern, Obverse: Draped bust of George IV, bare head facing, wearing large fur collar, brooch and star of order KING GEO. IV, Reverse: Death, standing on a flight of steps, reaching for the Imperial crown which rests on a cushion and book on top of a plinth. Below: the Prince of Walesplumes and a coronet with sceptre on ermine mantle. GEO IIII. Exergue: DIED JUNE 26 1830. BHM 1365, 54.63g, A/UNC and lustrous with underlying tone, some minor contact marks and hairlines barely detract
Battle of Malplaquet 1709 47mm diameter in silver by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . D:G: MAG : BRI : FR : ET . HIB : REG:, Reverse: A battle scene in a wood, Victory hovering with two laurel wreaths. CONCORDIA ET . VIRTVTE. In exergue: GALLIS . AD . TAISNIERE . DE VICTIS . AVG XXXI. MDCCIX, MI ii 359/197, Eimer 438, 40.33 grammes, EF and lustrous with underlying colourful tone
Coronation of Edward VII medalet in gold 20mm diameter, Obverse busts right, conjoined, crowned and draped, KING EDWARD VII QUEEN ALEXANDRA, Reverse: A 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, as Eimer 1870, 7.16 grammes, NEF with suspension mount attached, in a contemporary presentation box
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 36mm diameter in silver Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA . REGINA . ET . IMPERATRIX, 1897, Reverse: Shield of England, Scotland and Ireland, crown above with ribbon inscribed DIEU ET MON DROIT . COMMEMORATION OF THE SIXTIETH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, 24.16 grammes, UNC with a beautiful multi-coloured tone
Coronation of James II 1685, 34mm diameter in silver by J. Roettier, Obverse: Bust right, armoured, laureate and draped, IACOBVS . II . D.G.ANG. SCO. FR. ET. HI. REX, Reverse: A crown upon a cushion. Above: A crown held by a hand issuing from Heaven A. MILITARI. AD. REGIAM. Exergue: INAVGVRAT . 23. AP. 1685, MI i 605/5-6, Eimer 273, 15.45 grammes, GVF/VF
Naval Action off the Isle de Croix 1795, 49mm diameter in copper by J.G. Hancock, Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, A. A. HOOD LORD BRIDPORT ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE. Reverse: Victory standing facing, one foot on land, displays a naval crown and captured French standards. Beyond: a fleet at sea OFF PORT L'ORIENT & CLOSE TO THE FRENCH SHORE & BATTERIES WITH 22 SHIPS ATTACKED & DEFEATED THE FRENCH FLEET OF 32 SHIPS. 3 SHIPS & 228 GUNS TAKEN. In exergue: 23d. JUNE 1795. BHM 406, Eimer 867, 62.72 grammes, NEF with some contact marks and rim nicks
Death of Charles I 1649 50mm in bronze by J. and N. Roettier Obverse: Bust right, armoured and draped, CAROL. D.G.M.B.F.ET. H. REX. &. GLOR. MEM. Reverse: A hand issuing from Heaven, holds a celestial crown; below, sheep in a landscape VIRTVM . EX . ME. FORTVNAM, MI 346-200, Eimer 162a, in an NGC holder and graded MS63BN
Coronation of George I 1714 35mm diameter in silver, by J. Croker, The Official Coronation issue, Obverse: Bust right, laureate , 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 . MDCCXIIII. MI ii 424/9, Eimer 470, 14.79 grammes, minor hairlines and contact marks, EF
Coronation of George I 1714 35mm diameter in silver, by J. Croker, The Official Coronation issue, Obverse: Bust right, laureate , 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 . MDCCXIIII. MI ii 424/9, Eimer 470, 14.96 grammes, NEF/EF attractively toned
Coronation of George I 1714 35mm diameter in silver, by J. Croker, The Official Coronation issue, Obverse: Bust right, laureate , 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 . MDCCXIIII. MI ii 424/9, Eimer 470, 15.08 grammes, GVF with grey tone
Coronation of Elizabeth II 1953 76mm diameter in silver by E. Fey, Obverse: Bust right, crowned and draped, HER . MAJESTY . QUEEN . ELIZABETH . II, Reverse: Britannia standing facing, lion at her side and orb in hand. Beyond, The Thames, Parliament and St. Paul's. TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION A.D. 1953, Eimer 2084a, BHM 4445, 178.32 grammes, UNC in the red box of issue
Coronation of William IV 1831 68mm diameter in copper by W.Wyon, after F. Chantrey, Obverse: GULIELMO IIII D:G: BRITANNIAR : REGI F:D:, Reverse: A crown with ship's sails and hulls in place of the ornaments at the top, a trident and oak branch protruding through the crown, clouds and rays of sun behind, CROWNED SEP VIII MDCCCXXXI, COLLECTASQUE FUGAT NUBES SOLEMQUE REDUCIT, Exergue: RUNDELL BRIDGE & CO. BHM 1476var, Eimer 1248 (obverse legend, and also signed by Chantrey), 128.27 grammes, GEF with some tiny rim nicks
Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 53mm diameter by T. Webb, Obverse: Bust right WILLIAM WILBERFORCE M.P. THE FRIEND OF AFRICA, Reverse: Britannia seated on a dais, inscribed I HAVE HEARD THEIR CRY and attended by Mercury, Prudence and Justice, is crowned by Victory, hovering above, Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED MDCCCVII, BHM 627, Eimer 983, 58.42 grammes, GEF
Battle of Malplaquet 1709 47mm diameter in bronze by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . D:G: MAG : BRI : FR : ET . HIB : REG:, Reverse: A battle scene in a wood, Victory hovering with two laurel wreaths. CONCORDIA ET . VIRTVTE. In exergue: GALLIS . AD . TAISNIERE . DE VICTIS . AVG XXXI. MDCCIX, MI ii 359/197, Eimer 438, 44.74 grammes, GEF
Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 a 4-medal set each with a common obverse : Crowned and draped bust right CHARLES PRINCE OF WALES, as follows: 39mm Reverse: Royal Arms with supporters, 32mm The Welsh Dragon, 29mm Crowned Arms, quartered, each quarter with a Welsh Dragon, and 24mm Prince of Wales feathers, Lustrous and prooflike with a hint of toning, in the John Pinches box of issue with certificate (65.50 grammes of .958 silver), along with Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 39mm diameter in silver, a similar piece to the largest piece in the preceding set Lustrous UNC and Prooflike, 29.00 grammes of .958 silver, in a slide case with certificate, and a further piece 1969 Prince of Wales Investiture 41mm diameter in silver by G. Colley, Obverse: Bust facing, three quarters left HRH PRINCE OF WALES 1st JULY 1969 Reverse: The Welsh Dragon INVESTITURE CAERNARVON CASTLE - CASTELL CAERNARFON hallmarked and numbered on the edge, in a Slade, Hampton & Son box
Capture of the Citadel of Lille 1708 45mm diameter in bronze by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . D: G. MAG : BRI : FR : ET . HIB : REG:, Reverse: Victory holding the Shield of Lille above a plan of it's fortifications INSVLAE . CAPTAE . MDCCVIII. MI ii 338/169, Eimer 435, 36.82 grammes, EF
Capture of the Citadel of Lille 1708 45mm diameter in bronze by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, ANNA . D: G. MAG : BRI : FR : ET . HIB : REG:, Reverse: Victory holding the Shield of Lille above a plan of it's fortifications INSVLAE . CAPTAE . MDCCVIII. MI ii 338/169, Eimer 435, 30.76 grammes, EF with traces of lustre and a few small spots
Union of England and Scotland 1707 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker/S.Bull, Obverse: Bust left ANNA . D:G: MAG : BR : FRA : ET . HIB : REG .Reverse British Arms within garter, crowned by winged genii, on a platform inscribed SEMPER EADEM, decorated with a rose and thistle, two infant genii support a crown above the arms, and collar, and George of the Garter below, MI ii 295/107, Eimer 425, 15.83 grammes, GVF/NEF with some contact marks and an underlying colourful tone
Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 a 3-medal set in .999 silver 40mm, 32mm and 25mm diameter, Obverse: Bust facing H.R.H. PRINCE CHARLES . PRINCE OF WALES . 1969, Reverse Royal Arms with supporters Prince of Wales feathers and Welsh Dragon below. DRAIG GOCH CYMRU numbered (0752) on the reverses, nFDC to FDC with a hint of toning, retaining practically full mint brilliance, in the blue box of issue with Metalimport certificate, Australia 1979 Swan River Colony Western Australia 150th Anniversary, a set of 4 medals each 44mm diameter in different metals, each with a different reverse: the first with Horses reverse, in silver (35.12 grammes), the second with Art reverse, in cupro-nickel, the third, with Gold prospector reverse, in bronze, and the fourth with surfers reverse, in bronze, all UNC in the blue boxes of issue, USA 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 2303 on the edge, 70.75 grammes of silver, UNC in the blue box of issue with certificate, Canada Mint Set 1967 (6 coins) One Dollar to One Cent UNC in the long plastic case, USA half Dollar 1968D Kennedy Lustrous UNC in a slide case, Tonga Two Pa'anga 1967 UNC in a slide case, GB/USA/Channel Islands/Ireland a 5-coin set comprising Jersey Crown 1966 900th Anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, GB Crown 1965, Ireland Ten Shillings 1966 Pearce, USA Half Dollar 1964 Kennedy and Guernsey Ten Shillings 1966 William, Duke of Normandy all UNC in a slide case, GB Crowns (5) 1977, 1981 (4) UNC, Gibraltar Crown 1970 UNC in a slide case, Australia 50 cents 1982 BrisbaneCommonwealth Games UNC in a slide case, GB (51) Decimal and pre-Decimal base metal coinage (50) and Sixpence 1930 VG, World base metal issues (46), includes USA (41) with Dollars Eisenhower (3) 1974D EF (2) and 1976D GVF, and $5.03 redeemable currency, in mixed grades some with lustre
Battle of Oudenarde 1708 44mm diameter in bronze by J. Croker, Obverse: Bust left crowned and draped, ANNA . D: G: MAG : BRI : FR : ET . HIB : REG:, Reverse: two captives at the base of a column, surmounted by Victory, and decorated with captured French standards. GALLIA . AD . ALDENARD . VICTIS, in Exergue: XXX . IUNI MDCCVIII, MI ii 322/148, Eimer 433, 34.34 grammes, bout EF/EF with a gentle edge bruise
Admiral Vernon Capture of Portobello 1739 (3) 1.) 38mm diameter in brass, unsigned, Half length figures of Vernon and brown each in a frock coat and holding a staff, ADMIRAL VERNON AND COMMODORE BROWN, Reverse: Six ships entering Portobello harbour, WHO TOOK PORTO BELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY, Exergue: NOV 22 1739, Eimer 548, 9.63 grammes, VG/Fine, 2) 39mm diameter in brass, signed I.W, Obverse: Shield of Britain within the Garter, crowned, with supporters, motto and crest, GR above, Reverse: Six ships entering Portobello harbour PORTO . BELLO . TAKEͶ . BY ADMIRAL . VERͶOͶ . WITH . SIX . SHIPS . ͶOV . 22 .1739 Eimer 549, 15.58 grammes, Fine/VF with pitted surfaces, 3) 40mm diameter in brass, Obverse: Full length portrait of Vernon Ship and Cannon behind, THE . BRITISH . GLORY . REVIV.D. BY . ADMIRAL . VERͶOͶ, Reverse: Six ships entering Portobello harbour, HE TOOK PORTO BELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY, Exergue: NOV. 22 . 1739, unlisted by Eimer, 18.70 grammes, Fine/NVF
Coronation of George IV 1821 35mm diameter in bronze, The Official Royal Mint issue, by B. Pistrucci, Obverse: Bust left, laureate, GEORGIUS IIII D.G. BRITANNIARUM REX F:D:, Reverse: George IV enthroned left, is crowned by Victory, behind. Before him stand Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia. PROPRO JAM JURE ANIMO PATERNO, Exergue: INAUGURATUS DIE. JULII. XIX ANNO MDCCCXXI, BHM 1070, Eimer 1146, 22.73 grammes, UNC or near so and nicely toned
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 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, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 216.63 grammes, EF with some surface marks
William and Mary 1689 26mm diameter in silver by J. or N. Roettier, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, GVLIELMVS . ET . MARIA . D . G. Reverse: Two hands clasped, hold a sceptre upon which is a crown, IVNGIT . AMOR . PATRIAEQ . SALVS . MI I 692/87, Eimer 317, 5.57 grammes, Good Fine, the reverse with some contact marks
Simon de Passe tokens or counters in silver (3) the designs incuse, Stephen 1154 26mm diameter, Obverse: Full length portrait of the King, Reverse: Crowned shield, RAINED 18 YEARS . BVRIED AT FEVERSHAM , Fine, Elizabeth I 1603 Obverse: The Queen enthroned, Reverse: Coat of Arms within Order of the Garter, RAINED 44 YEARS, Fine, Charles I 1630 Obverse: Charles enthroned, CAROLVS PRINCEPS NAT. 29 MAII 1630Reverse Four oval shields, joined in the centre, Fine,
Medal Set 1911-1937 a 6-piece set comprising Coronation of George V 1911, 51mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Conjoined busts left, each crowned, KING . GEORGE . V . AND . QUEEN MARY CROWNED . JUNE . 22 . 1911, Reverse: a wreath and crown, TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION OF KING GEORGE V AND QUEEN MARY, 35.92 grammes, VF, Silver Jubilee of George V 1935 51mm diameter, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, Reverse: Britannia standing facing, holding Trident THE SILVER JUBILEE 1935, 64.62 grammes, UNC, Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 51mm diameter in bronze by Turner & Simpson, Obverse: bust right, crowned, EDWARD . VIII . KING & EMPEROR, Reverse: Britannia standing right, upon a plaque inscribed CORONATION 1937, a wreath in her outstretched hand. Beyond, a facade of Westminster Abbey, 65.5 grammes, Eimer 2044, BHM 4298, Matt Finish UNC, Coronation of George VI 1937 51mm diameter in bronze by Turner & Simpson Obverse: Conjoined busts left, crowned and draped, GEORGE VI & QUEEN ELIZABETH, Reverse: Britannia standing right, upon a plaque inscribed CORONATION 1937, a wreath in her outstretched hand. Beyond, a facade of Westminster Abbey, 65.87 grammes, Eimer 2047, BHM 4351, Matt Finish UNC, and Miniatures (2) Silver Jubilee of George V 1935 25mm diameter, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, Reverse: Britannia standing facing, holding Trident THE SILVER JUBILEE 1935 A/UNC with ribbon and pin, Coronation of George VI 1937 19mm diameter in bronze KING GEORGE VI & QUEEN ELIZABETH, Reverse: Crowned GVIR Cypher CORONATION 1937 EF with ribbon and pin, all housed in a 4-medal box with CORONATION 1937 on the lid, the box with some wear, one of the catches bent, the miniatures pinned to the inside of the lid, an unusual and rare group
Simon de Passe tokens or counters in silver (2) Charles and Maria 26mm, Obverse: Busts right conjoined, CHARLES ET MARIA. DG . MAG . BRIT . FRAN . O . HIB . REX Crossed sword and sceptre and three crowns, IN * VNO * TRIA * IVNCTA * VG/Fine, Queen Anne 27mm diameter, Obverse: Full length portrait of Queen Anne, ANNA DEI GRATIA . MAG . BRIT REGINA, Reverse: Crowned shield within Order of the Garter BVRIED AT WESTMINSTER, Fine
Medals, Jetons and Tokens (14) Medals (3) 1746 Battle of Culloden 1746 34mm diameter in Brass, Obverse: Equestrian figure of the Duke WILL DUKE CUMBERLAND Exergue: Born 15. AP. 1721, Reverse: A Battle scene REBELLION JUSTLY REWARDED, Exergue: CULLODEN 16 AP. 1746 as Eimer 604, VG, London Bridge Opened 1831 29mm diameter in Brass, unsigned Obverse THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY RT - HON THE LORD MAYOR JOHN GARRATT ESQ. ON THE 15 JUNE 1825 THE 1st AUGst 1832 AND THE BRIDGE OPEN'D BY THEIR MAJESTIES COST 506,000 POUNDS, Reverse: View of the bridge spanning the river with ships, as Eimer 1246 NEF, The S.S Great Britain 1843 27mm diameter in brass, by J. Gardner BHM 2119 Obverse: Starboard view of the 'Great Britain' under sail, THE GREAT BRITAIN STEAM SHIP LAUNCHED AT BRISTOL, LENGTH 322 FT. BREADTH 50.6. DEPTH 32.6, Reverse: THIS IRON STEAM SHIP WAS LAUNCHED IN THE PRESENCE OF H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT JULY 19 1843 . THE WEIGHT OF IRON USED IN THE SHIP AND ENGINES IS UPWARDS OF 1500 TONS CONSTRUCTED BY T.R. GUPPY ESQ. C.E, VF, Pub Tokens (2) COACH AND HORSES CHURCH LANE, Reverse: OMS & BS with central 2, VF, The Gothic, Gt. Hampton St. Reverse: 3 within a wreath, Fine/VF, Gaming Token 1800 Obverse: George III, Reverse: Crowned shield, in brass, Brewery Token 1881 Halstead Brewery, 32mm x 25mm oval, in bronze, Reverse: A & S 1881 VF, Jeton Louis XIIII and Maria Theresa, undated (1666) 27mm diameter in bronze, Near Fine/Fine, Transport Token, Halfpenny Glasgow, Clyde Ferries ticket, undated in brass, 27mm diameter Fine, Halfpenny 18th Century undated Middlesex - Spence's, Odd Fellows DH803c, Plain edge, GVF, Chile - The Santa Rina Nitrate Co. 1 Peso Brass Token 36mm diameter in brass, Reverse: OFICINA SANTA RITA, Fine, Germany Notgeld coins in red porcelain (2) One mark 1921 Grunberg UNC, 50 Pfennigs 1921 Grunberg UNC, and a Decimal Two Pence 1971 on a thinner flan, 5.83 grammes, VF
Coronation of William IV 1831 33mm diameter in copper, by W.Wyon, The Official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: Bust right WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, Reverse Bust right, diademed, ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT CROWNED SEP:8 1831, BHM 1475, Eimer 1251, 18.76 grammes, GEF
Punch Medal (c.1840s) 27mm diameter in White metal, Obverse: Gothic head of Queen Victoria left, crowned, PATRONIZED BY HER MAJESTY, Reverse: Punch seated right, with dog facing, and scroll inscribed IN HONOUR OF PUNCH, 5.93 grammes, EF and lustrous
Coronations and Jubilees (4) Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 25mm diameter in silver, the official Royal Mint issue (2) the first NEF toned, the second GVF with some hairlines, Coronation of Edward VIII 31mm diameter in silver, the official Royal Mint issue GVF, Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 35mm diameter in brass Reverse: Crowned Arms with supporters, EDWARD VIII 1937 above a wreath below, VF with some pitting
Coronation of William IV 1831 43mm diameter in copper, unsigned, Obverse: Conjoined busts right, THEIR MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTIES WILLIAM AND ADELAIDE, Reverse: Crown with sword and sceptre, on cushion upon crossed flags and open wreath, rays behind. CROWNED AT WESTMINSTER SEPTEMBER 8. 1831., BHM 1502, 35.51 grammes, EF
Coronation of George VI (2) 1937 a pair 35mm diameter and 28mm diameter, by Turner and Simpson, Obverses: Busts left, conjoined, crowned and draped, CORONATION OF KING GEORGE VI AND QUEEN ELIZABRETH, Reverse: A crown upon a rose, TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION IN WESTMINSTER ABBEY MAY . 12th . 1937, the first A/UNC and lustrous with a small attempted piercing at the top, the second EF, the reverse deeply toned
Investiture of Prince Edward as Prince of Wales 1911 35mm diameter in silver by W.Goscombe John, 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, ARWISGIAD.IORWERTH TYWSOG.CYMRU.M.G, a radiate sky decorated with the Prince's crest within Garter, crowned. 21.37 grammes, lightly rubbed on the high points of the obverse, EF/GEF in the red Royal Mint box of issue
Queen Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837 61mm diameter in White Metal by J.Barber, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA, Reverse: Victoria standing beneath a canopy, attended by Britannia, is welcomed by the Lord Mayor, City Arms above, WELCOME. Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTY'S VISIT TO THE CITY OF LONDON. NOV 9th 1837. THE RIGHT HONORle JOHN COWAN LORD MAYOR., Eimer 1303, BHM 1772, 90.65 grammes, EF boxed
Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 a 4-medal set each with a common obverse : Crowned and draped bust right CHARLES PRINCE OF WALES, as follows: 39mm Reverse: Royal Arms with supporters, 32mm The Welsh Dragon, 29mm Crowned Arms, quartered, each quarter with a Welsh Dragon, and 24mm Prince of Wales feathers, Lustrous and prooflike with a hint of toning, in the John Pinches box of issue with certificate (65.50 grammes of .958 silver), along with Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 39mm diameter in silver, 29.00 grammes of .958 silver, in a slide case with certificate
Coronation of George V 1911, 57mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse facing bust portrait of the King, crowned, in a vignette, TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION OF KING GEAORGE V, Reverse: Britannia standing facing, draped, holding a crown. Lion and shield behind. TO . THE . KING . OF . ALL . THE . BRITAINS. an award medal with edge inscription PRSENTED BY THE MAYOR OF ST. PANCRAS LORD EDMUND TALBOT . D.S.O ..: M.P: 1910-11, 76.86 grammes, VF and unusual
Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 53mm diameter in bronze by T. Webb, Obverse: Bust right WILLIAM WILBERFORCE M.P. THE FRIEND OF AFRICA, Reverse: Britannia seated on a dais, inscribed I HAVE HEARD THEIR CRY and attended by Mercury, Prudence and Justice, is crowned by Victory, hovering above, Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED MDCCCVII, BHM 627, Eimer 983, 66.03 grammes, EF with some residual dirt by the rims, boxed
Medals of a Naval theme (3) Engraved - Medal 1854 Obverse: Crowned Head of Victoria left VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: An engraving of a ship : PRESENTED BY Mr. EDGAR VINCENT TO JOHN ANGIER, MATE OF THE ULERIN on 12th JUNE 1885 VF and with mount at top, an unusual piece. The Ulerin illustrated in 'Famous Clyde Yachts' by Henry Shields, Lusitania Medal 1915 55mm diameter in Iron, Eimer 1941A, EF, and a Clyde Navigation Ferries Halfpenny Ticket, undated 26mm in brass Fine
Marriage of George, Duke of York to Mary of Teck 1893, 51mm diameter in bronze, by Spink & Son, Obverse: Busts draped of H.R.H. PRINCE GEORGE DUKE OF YORK and H.S.H PRINCESS VICTORIA MARY OF TECK each in an oval frame linked by a monogrammed heart, GM facing towards each other. Reverse, Crowned conjoined shields of the Duke and Princess, MARRIED AT THE CHAPEL ROYAL ST.JAMES PALACE Below: JULY 6th 1893. BHM 3444, 66.28 grammes, EF with minor spots
Volunteer Movement 21st Anniversary 1881 63mm diameter in White Metal by N.McPhail, Reverse after J.N.Paton, Obverse: Bust of the Queen almost facing, Crowned, veiled and draped, dividing letters V-R in the field, XXI. ANNIVERSARY. OF. THE. VOLUNTEER. MOVEMENT. MDCCCLXXXI, Reverse: A warrior standing, protects the kneeling figures of Anglia, Hibernia and Scotia, in defence of their mother Kingdom PRO ARIS ET FOCIS, as Eimer 1682, BHM 3104, WE 1378, unlisted by Eimer in White Metal, GEF with some lustre, the high relief portrait of the Queen sharp and pleasing, some evidence of die rust visible in the fields, a most attractive example
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897, 38mm diameter in silver by F.Bowcher, manufactured by Spink & Son. Obverse: Bust left Crowned, wreathed and draped, Reverse: Four medallions entwined with ribbons, upon which are portraits of Queen Victoria, the Prince of Wales, The Duke of York and Prince Edward, MAY GOD PRESERVE OUR QUEEN AND THE HEIRS TO THE THRONE, Edge: PRESENTED BY JAMES CATTO 22nd JUNE 1897. Eimer 1820, BHM 3529, 25.29 grammes, UNC, the obverse with some hairlines in the fields, in the red box of issue
Russia - Coronation of Catherine the Great 1724, Obverse: Conjoined busts right, Reverse: Catherine is crowned by Peter The Great, 59mm diameter in pewter?, as Diakov 60.2, 87.18 grammes, Fine
ArmyTemperance Medals (4) The Soldiers Total Abstinence India Medal, square in a 'Klippe' format, 26mm in silver, hallmarked, with suspension ring and ribbon GVF, 1897 Watch And Be Sober GVF hallmarked in the field, Queen Victoria Memorial 1901 Obverse: Queen Victoria Crowned, draped and veiled, with EMPRESS OF INDIA in the fields, Reverse: ATA crowned, hallmarked in the field, GVF, 'Crookshank' badge 1889 in copper, with initial C enclosing the number 6 to denote a serviceman's six months of abstention from alcohol, NEF with suspension loop, no ribbon, Royal Army Service Corps silver pin George VI type, with blue and red enamel, Saint Christopher medals (2) both very thin each 24mm x 17mm with a 'Made in Italy' ticket and plastic sleeve, no hallmarking, presumed not silver, A Jewellery pin, the top in 15 carat gold, presumed of Victorian or Edwardian manufacture, inset with diamond-coloured gemstone, the pin a redder colour but not hallmarked, presumed not gold, total weight 1.27 grammes, along with Army dog tags (3) each stamped RH HILL CE 226980, these on a string, in good used condition, in the original box
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
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 33mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, crowned and draped KING . GEORGE . V . & . QUEEN . MARY REIGNED . 25 . YEARS, Reverse: Britannia facing, holding trident THE SILVER JUBILEE 1935, 17.34 grammes, Matt finish A/UNC
Medals (2) Queen Alexandra Dock Opened 1907 52mm diameter in bronze by Spiridion & Son, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined KING EDWARD VII QUEEN ALEXANDRA, Reverse: City Arms in the centre TO COMMEMORATE THE VISIT TO THE CITY OF CARDIFF OF THE KING & QUEEN & H.R.H. PRINCESS VICTORIA ON THE OCCASION OF THE OPENING OF THE QUEEN ALEXANDRA DOCK 13th JULY 1907. Below: SIR. W.S. CROSSMAN Kt. LORD MAYOR J.L. WHEATLEY TOWN CLERK, Eimer 1900, BHM 3945 NVF with some spots and edge nicks, Coronation of George V 1911 39mm diameter in White Metal by J.Fray, Birmingham, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, Reverse: The King facing, enthroned, being crowned, Exergue: CROWNED 1911 VF
Medals (3) Restoration of St. Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin 1865, 52mm diameter in White metal by I. Parkes, Obverse: Bust left, draped, BENJAMIN LEE GUINNESS .L.L.D, Reverse: A view of the cathedral, Exergue: RESTORED 1865 A.D. BHM 2847, NEF retaining some lustre, The Visit of Napoleon III to England 1855 42mm diameter in White Metal by pinches, Obverse: Fame, standing on lion's head supporting oval medallions of Napoleon III and Queen Victoria , Reverse: Crossed flags with oak and palm, BHM 2562 VF/NVF, The Marriage of the Princess Royal to Prince Frederick William of Prussia 1858, 39mm diameter in White Metal, Obverse: busts left conjoined, Reverse: Conjoined shields of England and Prussia BHM 2622, VG holed, George VI Royal Tour of Canada 1939, Metcalfe obverse: Busts, left, conjoined, Reverse: Map of Canada Crowned Royal Arms at top EF lustrous with some golden tone
Coronation of George VI 1937 32mm diameter in gold by P. Metcalfe, The Official Royal Mint issue, Obverse: Bust left crowned and draped, GEORGE VI CROWNED 12 MAY 1937, Reverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, QVEEN ELIZABETH 12 MAY 1937, Eimer 2046b, BHM 4314, 23.65 grammes, minor hairlines, otherwise choice with practically full mint lustre, comes in the red Royal Mint dated box of issue, a scarce piece with only 422 issued
Rhodesia Independence Anniversary 1967 Ian Smith Metapos Gold and Silver three coin set by Heritage Pendant Company Bulawo 2 large crown sized medals a gold and a silver 48mm diameter and a smaller gold medal 26mm diameter Prooflike aFDC and cased with certificate (contains 63 grams of 22 carat gold). A rare seldom offered set
Charles I Scottish Coronation 1633 29mm diameter in silver by N.Briot, Eimer 123, Obverse: Bust crowned and draped CAROLVS.DG.SCOTIAE.ANGLIAE.FR.ET.HIB.REX. Reverse: Thistle HING.NOSTRAE.CREVERE.ROSAE, In exergue Coron.18.IV NII . 1633 .R , in an NGC holder and graded AU55, rare in high grades and always sought after
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. Attractively toned with reflective fields, in an NGC holder and graded MS63
Edward VIII medallion as Prince of Wales - MaoriRugby Team Visit 1927, 51mm diameter in silver by Elkington & Co. Obverse: Crown surmounting crest and motto within inner oval of the Order of the Garter HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE, and, below, Order of the Star of India inscribed HEAVENS LIGHT OUR GUIDE, Reverse: A 7-line inscription THE VISIT / OF / THE MAORI / RUGBY FOOTBALL TEAM / TO / GREAT BRITAIN / 1926-1927, 54.30 grammes, Giordano CM115, A/UNC and very rare
Coronation of George II 1727 34mm diameter in silver by J.Croker 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, Eimer 510, in an NGC holder and graded MS61
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 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, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 209.33 grammes , UNC with a few small spots on the legend, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
Edward VIII Abdication medal 1936 51mm diameter, matt finish, in silver by J.Pinches Obverse: Bust left, crowned and draped, EDWARD . VIII . KING AND . EMPEROR . Reverse: 13-line inscription BORN / 23 JUNE 1894 / INESTED : PRINE OF / WALES : 13 JULY 1911 / ASCENDED THE THRONE / ~ 20 JANUARY 1936 ~ / ABDICATED : 10 DECEMBER 1936 / IN FAVOUR OF HIS BROTHER / H.R.H. THE DUKE OF YORK / THE TITLE OF / DUKE OF WINDSOR / BEING CONFERRED / UPON HIM, Edge: Individually numbered C5 54s, 72.34 grammes, Giordano 350c, UNC, Rare
Medals (7) George V Silver Jubilee 1935 George V Silver Jubilee 1935 51mm diameter 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. The edge inscribed KING'S HEATH JUBILEE SWEEPSTAKES 1935 Eimer 2030, BHM 4263 NEF, Death of Edward Duke of Windsor 1937 38mm diameter in silver by G.A.Holman Obverse head left, Edward Duke of Windsor 1894-1972 below, Reverse: A full blown rose, Eimer 2124EF unevenly toned, in a John Pinches box, Lusitania Medal 1915 A/UNC boxed, Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip 1972 51mm diameter in silver by John Pinches, Obverse: Conjoined busts left, SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF THE QUEEN AND THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH 1947-1972, Reverse: Two Royal shields and crests, each within the Garter, crowned cypher of the Queen , above, that of Prince Philip, Eimer 2125 Matt finish UNC boxed, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 32mm diameter in gilt bronze Eimer 2116, EF boxed, Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London, undated, 51mm diameter in gilt bronze by the Royal Mint UNC boxed, Coronation of George VI 1937 44mm diameter in lead? VG bent
Coronation of George IV 1821 46mm diameter in bronze by J.G.Hancock, Obverse: Laureate bust left, GEORGE IV ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE IN THE 58 YEAR OF HIS AGE, Reverse: Crown above GR IV within sprays of roses, thistles and shamrocks, Above : CORONATION, Below: AT WESTMINSTER ABBEY JULY 19 1821, BHM 1077, in an NGC holder and graded MS64 BN (states BHM 1098 on the label in error)
Medals and Tokens (10) comprising Medals (7) Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 56mm diameter in bronze, the Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1817, NEF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 38mm diameter by E.Fuchs Eimer 1870 EF, Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 39mm diameter in white metal by Heaton, BHM 3249 EF with lustre and some toning, Duke and Duchess of Albany - The Harris Public Library - Laying of the Foundation Stone - The Preston Guild 1882 51mm diameter in white metal pierced for suspension NEF, Anglo-French Working Class Exhibition 1865 Death of Richard Cobden 41mm diameter in bronze by E.Weigand, Eimer 1576, BHM 2839 VF with some edge bruises, Death of Sir Robert Peel 1850 25mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore BHM 2396 GVF, The Reform Bill 1832 Obverse: Britannia stands holding a scroll crown above, and British lion to left, 45mm diameter by Gibson, 12-line inscription on shield, BHM 1584 GVF, Tokens (3) British Naval Halfpenny 1812 Obverse: Nelson left Good Fine, Halfpenny 18th Century (2) Invernesshire - Inverness 1794 Near Fine, edge not readable, Warwickshire 1791 Shakespeare left DH327 VG with edge damaged
Epping Forest, Royal Visit and Dedication 1882, 77mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, 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 winding pathway. IT GIVES ME THE GREATEST SATISFACTION TO DEDICATE THIS BEAUTIFUL FOREST FOR THE USE AND ENJOYMENT OF MY PEOPLE FOR ALL TIME. EPPING FOREST 6 MAY 1882. Eimer 1689, BHM 3128, Welch 17, 195.97 grammes, NEF/GVF the obverse with some minor surface marks. Note: This is number 17 of the series of medals commissioned by the Corporation of London, only 400 pieces were struck
Medals (8) Reform Bill 1832 45mm diameter in bronze by D.Gibson, Obverse: Britannia standing facing holding an inscribed scroll, British lion to left, crown in rays above, Reverse: Inscription within open wreath, arch above REFORM/ IN THE REPRESENTATION/ OF THE PEOPLE/ IN THE / COMMONS. HOUSE . OF / PARLIAMENT 1832, BHM 1584 GVF, Prize Medal 1880 39mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Young Head of Queen Victoria, Reverse: AWARDED BY THE SCIENCE AND ART DEPARTMENT FOR PROFICIENCY IN SCIENCE, Edge: WILLIAM CROSS METALLURGY 1880 EF, Capture of Badajoz 1812 40mm diameter in white metal by R.Webb/G.Mills Obverse: Bust facing uniformed LIEUT. GEN. SIR. G.PICTON Reverse: Picton plants the British standard on a parapet, Eimer 1021 Fine with some surface marks, Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in white metal Obverse: Busts left crowned, in Coronation robes, Reverse: An angel and Britannia with hands clasped across a Royal Arms upon a globe, Crowned Royal cypher above NEF, Lusitania Medals (2) 1915 both around EF, France - Louis Van Beethoven 1827 50mm diameter in bronze by E. Gatteaux Obverse: Bust left LOUIS VAN BEETHOVEN, Reverse: A lyre NE LE 17 DECMB 1770 A BONN, MORT LE 26 MARS 1827, VF lightly cleaned and retoned, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 1896 Unveiling of the Memorial in Vienna, 56mm diameter in bronze by A.Scharff, Obverse: Bust right 1756-1791, Reverse: Cherubs, one playing a violin, three others scattering roses, EF with some small dark spots
Edward VIII proposed Coronation Medal 1937 Vienna Mint, 60mm diameter in bronze, matt finish, by Josef Tautenhayn, Obverse: Bareheaded Effigy left, EDVARDVS VIII : D : G : BRITT : OMN : REX, Reverse: St. Edward's crown 1937 above, FID : DEF : IND : IMP : DIADEMA : ACCEPIT, 80.86 grammes, Giordano CM 301a, BHM 4297, UNC
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 52mm diameter in bronze by G.Frampton Eimer 1872 Obverse Busts left conjoined and draped, EDWARDVS.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, BHM 3767, 56.37 grammes, UNC in the red Birmingham Mint box of issue
Coronation of Edward VII a set of 5 medals in white metal, each 38mm diameter Obverse: Conjoined busts right, KING EDWARD VII QUEEN ALEXANDRA, Reverse: Coat of Arms and crossed sceptres, crowned, TO COMMEMORATE THEIR MAJESTIES CORONATION . JUNE 26th 1902, all lustrous EF one with some uneven tone, all contained in a 'CLARNICO CORONATION CHOCOLATE' cylindrical box, this 15mm deep to hold the 5 medals, the lid depicting conjoined crowned and draped busts of the King and Queen, OUR BELOVED KING AND QUEEN, the box GVF with some small corrosion spots. Note: the medal obverse is used on many regional medals commemorating the Coronation
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, 14.10 grammes, Good Fine/Fine
Edward VIII (as Prince of Wales) Visit to Argentina 1925 31mm diameter in silvered bronze, by Gottuzo & Piana, Giordano CM106b, Reverse: THE BRITISH SOCIETY IN THE ARGENTINE REPUBLIC 1925, TO/COMMEMORATE/THE VISIT OF/H.R.H THE PRINCE OF WALES/TO THE/ ARGENTINE REPUBLIC/ AUGUST 1925 EF with loop mount as issued, World War IVictory Medals (3), the first awarded to 8612 Pte. C. Chandler A.S.C, Lustrous UNC, the second awarded to 137546 Pte. E. J. Fairweather R.A.M.C, EF, the third awarded to 8264 Pte. T. Dougal Ir. Gds. NEF with uneven toning, Coronation of George VI 32mm diameter in aluminium EF, Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 1953 38mm diameter in base metal VF, Prize Medals (2) Army Rifle Association - British Armies In France - For Skill With The Rifle, Rhine Army Rifle Meeting 1919, unawarded VF, Attendance Medal 1910 awarded by London County Council to E.Moody For Punctual Attendance, Queen Victoria - The Longest Reign 1897, Uniface with Bust Veiled left and INDIA, AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AFRICA and CANADA surrounding, White metal, VF, GB Halfcrown 1942 enamelled in three colours fair workmanship, in a silver mount, Fantasy Crown 1836 Obverse: William IV, Reverse Shield draped and crowned, Retro series by INA Lustrous UNC, Cap Badge RMIB (RoyalMasonic Institute for Boys) GVF, Germany - Export Messe Hannover 1947 Medal in base metal EF, medal ribbons (green) with bars attached for long service, two ribbons, one with five bars dated 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959 and 1960 the 1956 with a red enamelled 15, the second with 1961 and 1966 bars, the 1961 bar with a red enamelled 20, the 1966 bar with a red enamelled star, along with a coin mount (round) for a 35mm diameter coin ,and a pin mount with 8 claws, would hold a 32mm diameter coin, both in good second-hand condition
Medals (8) Marriage of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert 1840 42mm diameter in white metal by W.J.Taylor Obverse: Conjoined heads right, the Queen garlanded with roses, the Prince bare-headed, with torch in field to left, VICTORIA OF ENGLAND . ALBERT OF SAXE-COBURG-GOTHA, Reverse: Conjoined shields of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert crowned and garlanded with roses, MARRIED AT THE CHAPEL ROYAL ST. JAMES' PALACE . FEB. 10. 1840, BHM 1918 EF and lustrous, Death of Henry II, Kings and Queens of England - Henry II (No.5) by J. Dassier 1731 Obverse: Bust of Henry II right, HENRICUS II D.G.ANG.ET.HIB.REX, Reverse: Mars seated among military trophies, leaning on the shield of England and holding Victory, Eimer 526, NVF/GF the obverse with some surface dirt, Winchester College Gymnastics medal, undated 38mm diameter in bronze GVF, Coronation of Edward VII Metropolitan Borough of St. Pancras 39mm diameter in white metal EF holed for suspension, Gaming Counters 'To Hanover (2) the first 1837 the second with the date area damaged, Near Fine to Fine, Peace medal 1919 Borough of Southend-on-Sea 33mm diameter in base metal, GVF holed for suspension (2), and Holy Communion medal 40mm diameter in white metal, undated, EF holed for suspension
Department of Science and Art, Queen's Medal 1897 51mm diameter in bronze, by F. Bowcher, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QUEEN & EMPRESS 1897, Reverse: NATIONAL MEDAL FOR SVCCESS IN ART AWARDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND ART, all within a wreath, Eimer 1825, awarded to Tom Yates, for Building Construction 1898, A/UNC toned
Coronation of Edward VIII a proposed set for 1937, a 4-piece set by J.R. Gaunt, designed by E. CarterPreston, (Set Giordano CM216, page 363) each with Obverse: Crowned and draped bust right, comprising 20mm diameter, Giordano CM212b in copper gilt, in a bezel mount attached to a bar, 26mm diameter in copper gilt, in a bezel mount with pin back, 36mm diameter in aluminium CM214a, and 36mm in copper gilt CM214b, the last three with Reverse: Britannia seated right CANADA . INDIA . S.AFRICA . AUSTRALIA . NEW ZEALAND /BRITAIN signed E cr P at left base. A/UNC to UNC and lustrous, the last two holed for suspension with attached medal ribands inscribed CORONATION HOSPITAL FUND Lustrous UNC in the blue case of issue with information card, seldom offered as a complete set
Halfcrown to Farthing and Medal - Second World War Coinage and Medal Set comprising Halfcrown to Farthing (10 coins) Halfcrown NEF/EF, other coins VG to Fine, and 1939-1945 World War II medal EF, in the Royal Mint box as issued with descriptive booklet
Blackfriars Bridge and Holborn Valley Viaduct Opened 1869 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, issued by the Corporation of LondonEimer 1604, BHM 2906, WE 1126, Welch 11, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REGINA F:D: Reverse: City shield in the centre linking two wreaths, each containing a view. HOLBORN VIADUCT above and BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE below. Londinia, left, with a scroll inscribed OPENED NOV.6 and Britannia, right, 1869 at the top, UNC with a subtle underlying pastel tone, Rare with only 400 struck
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 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, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 229.29 grammes, UNC and nicely toned, the obverse with a few small scattered spots, in the red box of issue with descriptive card
France - ParisExposition Universelle 1855 Large Prize medal 60mm diameter in silver, Obverse: head of Napoleon III right, NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR, Reverse: The French eagle on a crowned and draped shield, surrounded ny palm and laurel branches, all surrounded by the shields of 20 nations. EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRIE BEAUPARTS PARIS 1855, unawarded, with panel below for the recipient's name, 128.81 grammes, EF the obverse with some minor contact marks in the field, in the red round box of issue
Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 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, Eimer 1733, BHM 3219, 225.32 grammes, UNC in the red box 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, 18.99 grammes, Bright EF with some hairlines
Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 35mm diameter in silver by John Pinches Ltd. Obverse Crowned and draped bust of Edward VIII left EDWARD VIII KING AND EMPEROR, Reverse Crown on crossed sceptres on a Tudor Rose TO COMMEMORATE . THE . CORONATION OF H.M. KING . EDWARD . VIII MAY 12th 1937, 20.40 grammes, EF, 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, EF gilded, in a presentation box
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, set no. 269. 24 silver gilt Crown size medals in an album with text. The medals nFDC to FDC some with flecks of toning, the album in excellent condition
Medals (5) Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee of the Accession 1977, Reverse: Crowned E II R, a pair 55mm and 33mm diameter in Gilt .999 Silver 55.08 grammes and 20.00 grammes respectively Prooflike UNC, Queen Elizabeth II Visit to Switzerland 1980 33mm diameter in .999 silver, Prooflike UNC, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Visit to Germany 1965, 19.86 grammes, in pure silver, Prooflike UNC, with some toning, Sir WinstonChurchill 1974 Centenary of his Birth, Obverse: Profile of Bust, 32mm diameter, 15.23 grammes, in .900 silver, Lustrous UNC, Sir Winston Churchill 1974 Centenary of his Birth, Obverse facing portrait, Reverse: V-sign, 33mm diameter, 20.24 grammes, in .999 silver, Lustrous UNC
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 30mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Jubilee style bust of the Queen VICTORIA D:G: REGINA ET IMPERATRIX F.D. Reverse: IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 60TH TYEAR OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA 26 JUNE 1897 crowned within a wreath. awarded to Cpl. J.L.Clark T.L.H. EF with some weakness on the lower part of the reverse legend. Comes with suspension ring and ribbon in the original Wyon box. The medal was made by Wyon of Regent Street, London, the bronze medal was awarded to selected Officers and other ranks involved in parades and the review at Spithead in June 1897
Medals and Medallic (5) comprising China One Ounce Silver Ingot 32mm x 22mm the obverse with images of both sides of a China Dollar Y#332 (1916) Inauguration of the Hung-Hsien regime with portrait of Hung-Hsieng in military uniform with plumed hat facing and dragon reverse, A/UNC, GB Admiral Vernon 1739 HE TOOK PORTOBELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY, Eimer 550, Fine, cleaned, GB Medallic Fantasy Crown 1936 Edward VIII Obverse: Bust left with 1936-2006 below, Reverse George and the Dragon UNC and lustrous, Medal Apollo 8 Journey Round The Moon 1968 39mm diameter in silver 0.8 Troy oz. Lustrous UNC boxed with certificate, Austria 1969 300th Anniversary of Innsbruck University 27.89 grammes of silver Lustrous Prooflike UNC with colourful choice tone, with certificate
Medals a small and varied group (6) AfricaService Medal, awarded to F.266888 P.E.Eaton, GVF, no ribbon, Special Constabulary Medal George V crowned bust type, awarded to Thomas R. Hope, NEF with some lustre, the obverse with some thin scratches, Voluntary Medical Service Medal, awarded to Harry James Newell, VF with some edge bruises, no ribbon, Belgium Trade Union Medal in bronze UNC, Belgium World War II Combatants Cross, in bronze, UNC, Hungary - Alliance of the Central Powers, Reverse: a field gun, in cast base metal, Fine and Pins (2) ELIZABETH II, one missing the fastening pin, otherwise Fine, along with World War II France and Germany clasp EF
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