Death of Lord Effingham, Master of the Mint 1791, 35mm diameter in gilt copper, by J. Milton. Obverse: Bust of Lord Effingham left THO . HOWARD . COM .DE . EFFINGHAM . REI . MONET . PRÆF 1784, Reverse: Britannia seated left on a globe with shield and spear, , at her side is a cornucopia overflowing with coins and medals, PRO PATRIÆ, Edge: NATUS . XIII . JAN . MDCCXLVII . OB . XV . NOV . MDCCXCI . AET . XLIV, BHM 353, Eimer 844, 20.90 grammes, GVF/NEF with some darker toning areas, listed as RRR by BHM
Medalets (3) W.Griffin Silversmith, Jeweller & Medallist Change Alley, Cornhill, London, undated NEF with traces of old lacquering, S. Hiron Die Engraver and Medallist, St. Paul's Birmingham and Leicester Square, undated VF, Robineau Jetons Medallist, 129 R. Turenne, Paris, VF/EF, along with Calendar Medal 1793 38mm diameter in gilt copper? NVF, and Art Medal undated, 42mm square with curved top, Obverse: Female figure right, Reverse: Shield of Arms with four fleur-de-lis, tablet below, signed DESCHAMPS LEON EF boxed
Germany - Cologne 1880 Completion of Cologne Cathedral 51mm diameter in Gilt bronze Obverse: View of the cathedral, Reverse: Scene of Adoration of the Magi, 57.36 grammes, VF cleaned. Battle of Eckernforde 1849, 32mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Ships in a battle scene, one destroyed and sinking, Reverse: 9 line inscription DEN TAPFEREN DEUTSCHEN KRIEGERN GEWIDMET. ZERSTÖRUNG // D.DÄN.LINIENSCHIFFES // CHRISTIAN VIII // UND // EROBERUNG // DER FREGATTE // GEFION // ECKERNFÖRDE // 5. APRIL 1849, 12.95 grammes, VF
International Exhibition 1862 41mm diameter in Gilt copper, by C. Schnitzpahn and J. Wiener, Obverse: Bare head of the Prince Consort, left, TO THE COMMEMORATION OF HIS LATE H.R.H. THE PRINCE CONSORT ALBERT, Reverse: A view of the west front of the Exhibition building. Above: INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1862. In Exergue: STAMPED IN THE BUILDING BY H. UHLHORN OF GRAVENBRIOCH. PRUSSIA in four lines, 35.46 grammes, BHM 2743, Eimer 1556, Near EF with some surface marks and edge nicks
Masonic Charity Instituted 1830 36mm in gilt copper, unsigned, Obverse: Inscription in 8 lines: HONORABLE TESTIMONIAL / OF / MASONIC / CHARITY & BENEVOLENCE / INSTITUTED / BY H.R.H. AUG: FRED: / DUKE OF SUSSEX /M:W: GRAND MASTER, Masonic emblems below, Reverse: A Mother with two children, Eye of Providence above, In exergue: MDCCCXXX, 19.69 grammes, BHM 1463, GVF with some hairlines, scuffed on the edge
Opening of the Parliament of Northern Ireland 1932, by the Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII) 41mm diameter Gilt uniface, Obverse: Bareheaded bust to right OPENING OF PARLIAMENT . / NORTHERN IRELAND 1932, Giordano CM136, pierced at 12 and 6 o'clock for fasteners, EF and scarce
Horticultural Award Medals (10) National Chrysanthemum Society silver (4) three are 46mm diameter, the other 33mm, one of the 46mm medals awarded to H.J. Caton Chelmsford November Show 1962 EF, London Gardens Society 38mm diameter in silver, awarded to Miss E.H.Redway 1961 NEF, Seed Growers and Florists 39mm in gilt, along with four bronze issues these NVF to EF
USAPhiladelphia Exposition 1926 Medal of Award 76mm diameter in gilt bronze by Albert Laessle, Obverse: A defiant eagle protecting a nest with Independence Hall and a rising sun in the distance, Reverse: MEDAL OF AWARD in centre, SESQUICENTENNIAL INTERNATIONAL EXPOSITION PHILADELPHIA 1776-1926, Edge B.B.B. Co. PHILA, 154.57 grammes, EF in the fitted case of issue, this with repairs on the front lower corners
Cuba and related From a Cuban Collection (4), Harvard Institute 1923 Alumni medal 42mm diameter in silver awarded to P.G.Mendoza VF with a suspension loop, National Reconciliation Medal (c.1933) Obverse: Armoured bust wearing plumes helmet, Reverse: Arms of Cuba surmounted by a Phrygian bonnet bearing a five-pointed star all within oak and laurel wreath, the ribbon with one line of 7 chevrons VF, Order of Military Merir, Fourth Class Bronze gilt with red enamelling in the centre VF, along with Medal Bartholome Maso Centenary 1930 31.5mm diameter GVF with some thin scratches
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
Albania (16) World War II Order of Bravery 1945 EF and Medal For Bravery 1945, both with screw backs, scarce, Order of Skanderbeg 2nd Class, with screw back VF, Order of Skanderbeg 3rd Class with screw back VF, Long MilitaryService Award in the Armed Forces for NCOs, NEF, Order of Labour 2nd Class, (instituted 1945 to workers and institutions that distinguished themselves in the Socialist construction of the country), screw back, by PraWeMa Fine, Order of Labour 3rd Class, with pin back, by PreWeMa, GVF, Patriotic Achievement Medal, Civil Merit Decoration, in bronze (pre-1962 issue) EF, Order of the Flag, in gilt bronze with red enamelled star EF, Medal for the Liberation of the country 1945, awarded to those who fought against Italian and German Forces in World War II, EF, Order of the Partisan Star, Bronze with red enamel, with screw back, NEF, Motherhood Glory Medals 1944 (3) First Class (9 children), Second Class (6 children), and Third Class (3 children), EF, Naim Fraheri EF, Order For Patriotic Achievements 1992-2002 EF, along with Romania Order of Labour Class III with red and gold enamel 1954-1960, EF boxed
Indian Olympic Games 14th Bombay 1950 52mm diameter in gilt bronze Obverse: The Gateway of India, XIV INDIAN OLYMPIC GAMES BOMBAY 1950 and the Olympic rings, Reverse: Classical athlete riding a quadriga, weight 55.54 grammes, GEF in soft pouch case. Cataloguers note: The 1950 Indian Olympics were held in Bombay for the second time. The Games were due to be held in Bengal, who were unable to stage the event, and at just three months notice, Bombay organised and staged the Games. The Games were held between 4th and 13th February 1950.
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
Sir Francis Chichester 1967 a 2-piece set in silver gilt 57mm diameter and 38mm diameter by P.Vincze, Obverse: Bust left wearing a cap, SIR FRANCIS CHICHESTER , Reverse: Neptune kneeling left, upon a globe, upon which are two boats GIPSY MOTH IV 1966-67 and GOLDEN HIND 1577-80. Weights 76.47 grammes and 28.03 grammes respectively, each lustrous UNC with some toning, in the Spink box of issue with certificate
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
International Exhibition 1862 41mm diameter in gilt bronze, Obverse Bust left TO THE COMMEMORATION OF HIA LATE R.H.THE PRINCE CONSORT ALBERT Reverse Interior of the exhibition building INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1862 Exergue INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1862. STAMPED IN THE BUILDING by H.UHLHORN of GREVENBROICH PRUSSIA. by Schnitzspahn/Wiener, Eimer 1556var,35.99 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous with an edge nick in contemporary round box, International Exhibition 1874
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
Investiture of the Prince of Wales 1969 (4) Obverse : Bust right, ARWISGIAD CHARLES TYWYSOG CYMRU. CAERNARFON 1969, Reverse: The Welsh Dragon Y DDRAIG GOCH DDYRY CYCHWYN, Eimer 2116, the first 45mm diameter in silver UNC with some toning, boxed , the second 58mm diameter in gilt bronze UNC boxed, the third and fourth each 32mm diameter in gilt bronze both GEF one cleaned
The Mayflower and the Pilgrim Fathers 1620-1970 350th Anniversary a 2-Medal pair each 57mm diameter by P. Vincze, in silver and gilt silver, Obverse : A group of pilgrims on the shore surrounded by their baggage, in attitudes of prayer and thanksgiving, the sea and the 'Mayflower' with sails furled in the background. Reverse: A scroll supported left by a figure (America) and right by Britannia jointly holding a circular wreath above a plinth inscribed 'HAVING UNDERTAKEN FOR THE GLORY OF GOD AND THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH AND THE HONOUR OF OUR KING AND COUNTRY A VOYAGE TO PLANT THE FIRST COLONY IN THE NORTHERN PARTS OF VIRGINIA - MAYFLOWER COMPACT 1620'. 1620 1970, below, In exergue: MAYFLOWER. both UNC in the Spink box of issue
Medals (3) Coronation of Edward VIII 1937, 45mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust right crowned and draped HIS MAJESTY KING EDWARD VIII, Reverse: Britannia standing, in an arch, holds a flag in one hand and hold aloft a crown in the other, CROWNED A D 1937, A/UNC, Coronation of George VI 1937, 45mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust right crowned and draped KING GEORGE VI AND QUEEN ELIZABETH, Reverse: Britannia standing, in an arch, holds a flag in one hand and hold aloft a crown in the other CROWNED A D 1937, EF, and Coronation of Elizabeth II 1953 Souvenir Medallion Obverse: Crowned and draped bust of the Queen right, no legend, Reverse: THE CORONATION OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II with EIIR monogram with in wreath, Gilt UNC boxed
Masonic medals (2) Honourable Testimonial of Masonic Charity & Benevolence instituted by H.R.H Fred Duke of Sussex N:W: Grand master, 20.25 grammes, Gilt GEF, and an oval Masonic Hospital medal 34mm x 45mm in white metal presented to Bro. G.V.Field No.6225, with decorative mount bearing words AEGROS SANAT HUMANITAS VF
Admiral Lord Nelson - A Set of four commemorative Visitor Souvenirs from HMS Victory (c.1905), each in gilt-brass, in the form of a life-belt set on an anchor-shaped backing, with photographic centres of respectively, a Black-and -White Portrait of Nelson, The Victory, 'Trafalgar October 21 1805' and 'England Expects That Every Man Will Do His Duty', the centres within protective covers, the last with it's cover broken. Overall around VF. An interesting and historical set and seldom offered
USA Centennial Medal 1876 Centennial Exposition 56mm diameter in gilt copper by William Barber, Obverse: Liberty placing wreaths on the heads of Industry and Art. Date below, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE ACT OF CONGRESS JUNE 1874, Reverse: Liberty kneeling with an unsheathed sword, other arm raised toward a sun. THESE UNITED COLONIES ARE, AND OF RIGHT OUGHT TO BE, FREE AND INDEPENDENT STATES. UNC or near so, boxed
Badges and Prize Medals a varied group (11) Manchester and Liverpool Agricultural Society, to James Cornes 1864, Crown sized EF with white tone, in a lunette style holder, by Ottleys Medallists, Birmingham. Treaty of Versailles Meal 1919 50mm diameter in bronze, by Elkington, VF. Co-Operative Wholesale Society - Fire BrigadeLong Service 1933 in silver awarded to Fireman A. Kerruish, EF with an edge bruise, boxed. Masonic Medal Manchester Unity 1810 - 1910 in gilt silver, enamelled, GVF boxed. Masonic Pin Badge 'Justice Through Philanthropy' W.R Cotterel-Jones 12-6-69 Gavenny Lodge 8663 in gilt silver, enamelled GVF. Masonic Pin Badge Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes, with 1st Deg 9.8.29 bar and 2nd Deg. 24.9.37 bar, enamelled badge on the ribbon GVF. Masonic - East Lancashire Masonic Benevolent Institution Incorporated enamelled VF. USDAW Union 30 Years badge in silver enamelled, awarded to A.Kerruish 1949, George VSilver Jubilee Pin badge, 1935 enamelled, VF, Prize Medals (2) Spring 1934 Senior Rounder and Summer 1934 Senior Rounder both EF boxed
Medals (5) Northern Ireland Parliament 50th Anniversary 1921-1971 44mm diameter in silver by T.H.Paget, Obverse: Bust right crowned ELIZABETH II REGINA, Reverse: Arms and supporters of Ulster NORTHERN IRELAND, Eimer 2123, 71 grammes of silver EF toned, boxed, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 Obverse: bust facing H.R.H. PRINCE CHARLES . PRINCE OF WALES.1969, Reverse: Coat of Arms and supporters DRAIG GOCH CYMRU, THE RED DRAGON OF WALES below, 40mm diameter in .999 silver, 33.5 grammes by Metalimport Prooflike UNC in the red wallet of issue with certificate, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 32mm diameter by G.Fey Obverse: Head left H.R.H CHARLES PRINCE OF WALES within an incuse border, Reverse: Crowned feathers of the Prince of Wales, 1ST JULY 1969 INVESTITURE CARRNARVON Eimer 2118var, UNC boxed, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 The Official Royal Mint issue 32mm diameter in gilt bronze Eimer 2116 Lustrous UNC, The Churchill Medals a 4-piece set each 44mm diameter in bronze numbered on the edge (61) Obverses each with a different portrait of Churchill, the reverse each showing a famous quotation on a tablet, Lustrous UNC in the box of issue with certificate, Post Office Tower Medal 31mm diameter in bronze UNC in a slide case, and medal ribbons (3)
The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, C.B.E. (Civil) Commander’s 2nd type neck badge, silver-gilt and enamel, in Garrard & Co. Ltd. London case of issue EF
Turkey, OttomanEmpire, Order of Osmanieh, Third Class neck badge, 63mm silver gilt, silver and enamel, some wear to the outer green enamel, otherwise VF
Serbia, Order of the White Eagle, second type, 69mm including crown suspension x 34mm silver, silver gilt with blue, red and white enamel, VF or better, the enamelling almost complete
The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, M.B.E. (Civil) Member’s 1st type breast badge, GVF, in silver-gilt, hallmarked London 1917, in Goldsmith's Crown Jewellers, Garrard & Co. Ltd, London case of issue
The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, O.B.E (Civil) Officer's 2nd type breast badge, silver-gilt, with the gilding rubbed, VF in Garrard, London case
France, Second Empire, Medaille Militaire, Louis-Napoleon at centre, in silver, silver-gilt, and enamel, some chips to the blue enamel on the obverse centre, and on the reverse, Good Fine or better, still with good eye appeal and pleasing
Efficiency Decoration Elizabeth II issue, with the reverse officially dated 1962, with Honourable Artillery Company ribbon, in silver and silver-gilt, with TERRITORIAL bar, VF with some wear to the gilding
Army Emergency Reserve Decoration, with the reverse officially dated 1963, in silver and silver-gilt, with Army Emergency Reserve bar, EF in the Royal Mint case of issue
Battle of Trafalgar 200th Anniversary 2005 - The Nelson Society medal 51mm diameter in Gilt silver, 77.2 grammes, by Bigbury Mint, Lustrous UNC, hallmarked on the edge, in the box of issue with certificates
Coronation of George VI 1937 - The Jewish Orphanage, Norwood 28mm diameter Gilt bronze BHM 4360 EF with traces of old lacquering, rare, Visit of Prince Arthur to Birminghamundated (1872) 29mm diameter in bronze BHM 2936 NVF holed, rare, Royal Visit to Germany 1845 39mm diameter in White Metal, by Allen & Moore, Obverse: conjoined busts left, QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT, Reverse: A winged female figure, facing above two shields which she festoons ROYAL VISIT TO GERMANY Exergue: AUGUST 1845, Eimer 1396, Good Fine/NVF, Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 38mm diameter in White Metal by J. Moore, Obverse: Bust left diademed and veiled, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE JUBILEE REIGN OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA 1837 - 1887. Reverse: VICTORIA E.I. BORN MAY 24 1819 ASCENDED JUNE 20, 37 CROWNED JUNE 28. 38 MARRIED FEB 10.40 JUBILEE 1887 within a wreath displaying colonial shields Eimer 1738 NVF/VF
Prince Albert, Freedom of the City of London 1885 a 2-medal set, both 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1717, BHM 3182, Welch 20, Obverse: Bust right, within a wreath of roses, shamrocks and thistles, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT VICTOR EDWARD OF WALES. BORN JANUARY 8th 1864, Reverse: The Prince and Princess of Wales, together with the Lord Mayor, presiding as Prince Albert Victor received the Freedom from the Chamberlain. RECEIVING THE FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON JUNE 29th 1885. In Exergue: The City Arms, very minor friction to the highest points only, A/UNC to UNC, in the maroon Corporation of the City of London box of issue with gilt lettering on the lid
Victor Emmanuel II Visit to the City of London 1855, 76mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1499 by B.Wyon, issued by the Corporation of London Obverse: Bust left, VICTORIUS EMMANUEL II REX SARDINIAE IN LONDINIUM A PRAESIDE CIVIBUSQUE RECEPTUS Reverse: Britannia seated right, Londinia standing at her side, welcomes the standing figure of Sardinia, LIBERI LIBERIS GRATULANTUR SOCIIS Exergue: Dec.4 1855 divided by the City shield UNC toned in the original Corporation of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 350 struck
George I of Greece, Visit to the City of London 1880 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1668, BHM 3077, Welch 16, Obverse: Head of George I left, GEORGE 1st. KING OF THE HELLENES, Reverse: Londinia, accompanied by Britannia welcomes Hellas, beyond, St. Paul's Cathedral, left, and Parthenon right. In Exergue: JUNE 16. 1880, UNC with some light verdigris on the reverse, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued
Marriage of George, Duke of York, to Princess Mary of Teck 1893, 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1780, BHM 3452, Welch 25, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, Bust of Mary draped, T.R.H. THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF YORK MDCCCXCIII, Reverse: The couple advancing in a triumphal car driven by Cupid and drawn by two horses, left, approach an archway inscribed FELICITAS and GM monogram and are welcomed by Londinia. In Exergue : JULY 6. 1893, UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
City of London School, New Buildings 1882, 77mm diameter in bronze by J.S and A.B.Wyon, Eimer 1690, BHM 3133, Welch 18, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, ALBERT EDWARD ALEXANDRA, Reverse: A façade of the school building, flanked by the shields of the Prince of Wales, left, and the City of London, right, CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL NEW BUILDINGS OPENED , In Exergue: BY HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES 12 DEC. 1882, UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued
King Edward VII and Alexandra, Visit to the City of London 1902, 76mm diameter in bronze by Searle & Co. Eimer 1874, BHM 3868, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined and draped, Alexandra crowned IN HONOUR OF THE VISIT OF THEIR MAJESTIES KING EDWARD VII AND QUEEN ALEXANDRA TO THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF LONDON 25.OCT. 1902. Reverse: Londonia presents a welcoming address to the King and Queen seated, right, upon a dais. To the left, a ribbon inscribed CIVIVM AMOR ET FIDES and to right, a fanfare blown by Fame, beyond, a facade of the Guildhall, In Exergue: A sceptre and mace, A/UNC with minor cabinet friction, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 300 issued
Admiral Lord Nelson - A Set of four commemorative Visitor Souvenirs from HMS Victory (c.1905), each in gilt-brass, in the form of a life-belt set on an anchor-shaped backing, with photographic centres of respectively, a Black-and -White Portrait of Nelson, The Victory, 'Trafalgar October 21 1805' and 'England Expects That Every Man Will Do His Duty', the centres within protective covers, the last with it's cover broken. Overall around VF, An interesting and historical set and seldom offered
Alexander II, Visit to the City of London 1874 a 2-medal set both 77mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, Eimer 1634, BHM 2981, Welch 14, Obverse: Bust left, uniformed. ALEXANDER II RUSSORUM IMPERATOR. Reverse: Londinia, attended by two cupids, welcomes the Czar standing opposite her. Peace, her wings outstretched, stands over the couple, To left, an altar decorated with the Russian eagle. SERVORUM EMNACIPATOR LIBERAE CIVITATIS HOSPES XVIII MAII MDCCCLXXIV. In Exergue: LONDINI, UNC toning in places with the odd small spot, in the brown Corporation of the City of London 2-medal box with gilt lettering on the lid, the 2-medal sets seldom offered
Colonial and Indian Reception, Guildhall, London 1886 a 2-medal set both 77mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Eimer 1726, BHM 3214, Welch 21, Obverse: A mantle decorated with the Royal Shield, crowned, from which hang three Colonial shields upon crossed flags, PEACE UNITY CONCORD on a ribbon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE COLONIAL & INDIAN RECEPTION AT THE GUILDHALL . LONDON 1886. Reverse: A detailed interior view of the Guildhall . In Exergue: City shield and motto, traces of a small spot in the obverse field of one medal, otherwise UNC in the original Corporation of the City of London 2-medal box with gilt lettering on the lid, the 2-medal sets seldom offered. BHM states that the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that in view of the approaching visit of our Colonial and Indian brethren to this country, it is expedient that this Corporation do recognise the occasion, and that a special Ward committee be appointed to consider and report as to the best manner of doing this, thereby cementing the bond of union between this country and her Colonies and her Indian Empire". As a result a service was held at St. Paul's and a reception and ball held at the Guildhall. There were 4500 guests
Prince of Wales, National Thanksgiving 1872, 77mm diameter in bronze by J.S & A.B. Wyon, Eimer 1618, BHM 2928, Welch 12, Obverse: Londinia, attended by Britannia, invites the Queen and the Prince of Wales into St. Paul's Cathedral. In Exergue: I WAS GLAD WHEN THEY SAID UNTO ME LET US GO INTO THE HOUSE OF THE LORD, Reverse: Interior of St. Paul's with the Royal Procession and congregation, ornamental end panels decorated with the Royal Arms and ribbon inscribed NATIONAL THANKSGIVING, left, and City shield and ribbon inscribed St. PAUL'S LONDON, right. Two upright supports inscribed FOR THE RECOVERY OF H.R.H. THE PRINCE OF WALES, In Exergue: 27 FEB. 1872, UNC toned, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued, Ex-London Coins Auction A161 2/6/2018 Lot 996 hammer price £300
Mayoralty of the City of London 700th Anniversary 1889, 81mm diameter in bronze by A.Kirkwood & Son, Eimer 1752, BHM 3377, Welch 23, Obverse: Busts, crowned and draped, of RICHARD I. 1189 and VICTORIA 1889, facing each other, within two open circular frames; a vignette of seven interlaced circles, above, and one of St. George and the Dragon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE 700th ANNIVERSARY OF THE MAYORALTY OF THE CITY OF LONDON . MDCCCLXXXIX. Reverse: Londinia seated, right, receives symbols of Mayoralty from St. Michael standing before her; above, a radiate crown. Beyond: St. Paul's and the Tower. THE POWERS THAT BE ARE ORDAINED OF GOD. In Exergue: 1189-1889 UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Princess Alexandra of Denmark, Entry to the City of London 1863, 77mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Eimer 1561, BHM 2783, Welch 9, Obverse: Bust left, ALEXANDRA, Reverse: Londinia with attendants, welcomes Alexandra accompanied by the Prince of Wales, WELCOME ALEXANDRA, In Exergue: MAR: 1863 divided by the City of London shield, UNC in the red Corporation of the City of London box, some tears to the inner lid, the outer lid with the description in gilt lettering, only 350 issued
Christian IX and Louise, Visit of the City of London 1893, a 2-medal set, both 75mm diameter in bronze, by F.Bowcher, Eimer 1783, BHM 3454, Welch 26, Obverse: Busts, right conjoined and draped, Louise diademed, Christian IX uniformed, CHRISTIANUS IX ET LOUISE D:G: DANIAE V:G: REX ET REGINA, Reverse: Londinia seated left almost facing, beside a pedestal decorated with the Danish shield to right, and holding a streaming pennant inscribed WELCOME CHRISTIAN IX TO LONDON. Beyond: a facade of Guildhall In Exergue: 8th JULY 1893, A/UNC to UNC in the 2-medal Corporation of the City of London box with full description of the medals inside the lid, with gilt lettering on the outer lid, the two-medal sets seldom seen
Colonial and Indian Reception, Guildhall, London 1886, 77mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Eimer 1726, BHM 3214, Welch 21, Obverse: A mantle decorated with the Royal Shield, crowned, from which hang three Colonial shields upon crossed flags, PEACE UNITY CONCORD on a ribbon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE COLONIAL & INDIAN RECEPTION AT THE GUILDHALL . LONDON 1886. Reverse: A detailed interior view of the Guildhall . In Exergue: City shield and motto, UNC in the original Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Blackfriars Bridge and Holborn Valley Viaduct Opened 1869 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, issued by the Corporation of LondonEimer 1604, BHM 2906, WE 1126, Welch 11, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REGINA F:D: Reverse: City shield in the centre linking two wreaths, each containing a view. HOLBORN VIADUCT above and BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE below. Londinia, left, with a scroll inscribed OPENED NOV.6 and Britannia, right, 1869 at the top UNC with a small spot in the obverse field, in the original Corporation of the City of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 struck, Ex-London Coins Auction A161 2/6/2018 Lot 953 hammer price £280
Queen Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837 61mm diameter in bronze by J.Barber, Eimer 1303, BHM 1772, WE 62, Obverse: Bust of Victoria, left., crowned, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA, below: PUBLISHED BY GRIFFITH & HYAMS, Reverse: Victoria standing beneath a canopy, attended by Britannia, is welcomed by the Lord Mayor, City Arms above, WELCOME, In Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTYS. VISIT. TO THE. CITY. OF. LONDON. NOVr 9th 1837 THE RIGHT HONORle JOHN. COWAN. LORD. MAYOR, GVF in red box with gilt lettering on the lid
Lord Nelson's Flagship, the Foudroyant, 1897 (2) the first 38mm diameter in gilt, unsigned, Eimer 1813, BHM 3613, Obverse: Bust facing, uniformed, with head turned three-quarters left, HORATIO . VISCOUNT . NELSON . In Exergue: BORN 29 SEPTEMBER 1758, DIED 21st. OCTOBER 1805 , Reverse: Ship at anchor, without rigging, 'FOUDROYANT' LORD NELSON'S 'FLAGSHIP', In Exergue: COMMENCED BULDING 1789, LAUNCHED AT PLYMOUTH, APRIL 1798. WRECKED AT BLACKPOOL JUNE 16th 1897 MEDAL STRUCK FROM COPPER OF VESSEL AFTER BREAKING UP, NEF with some edge nicks, in a red box with BRITISH & FOREIGN SAILORS' SOCIETY SAILORS' INSTITUTE SHADWELL inside the lid. Note: BHM notes that in the Earl of Sandwich's book 'British and Foreign Naval Medals' published by the National Maritime Museum 'records two examples of this medal in gilt bronzed', also an example with gilt portrait is pictured on the Royal Museums, Greenwich website, The second 38mm diameter in gilt white metal?, Obverse: Port broadside view of the Foudroyant NELSON'S FLAGSHIP, In Exergue: THE FOUDROYANT BUILT 1797, Reverse: Starboard broadside view of the wreck of the Foudroyant in a heavy sea, her mainmast over the side, in the foreground, a boat with men in it, WRECKED AT BLACKPOOL JUNE 16th 1897. GVF with some hairlines, a similar example is in the Royal Museums, Greenwich
Queen Victoria 70th Birthday 1889 65mm diameter in gilt bronze by Messrs. L.C.Lauer, Obverse: Bust three-quarters left, crowned, veiled and draped, VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN EMPRESS OF INDIA, Reverse: Britannia seated on a parapet, beside a lion, and holding the British Arms, 1889 in the field above. As Eimer 1747, BHM 3365, WE1586, but these three publications do not list a gilt bronze example. 114.75 grammes, Near EF with some edge nicks, presumably Very Rare
North Korea (19) an assortment of medals including Order of the National Flag, First Class (2) GVF and EF, Order of the National Flag, Second Class (2) GVF and NEF, Order of the National Flag, Third Class (2) GVF and NVF, the second toned, Meritorious Labour Service Medal Silvered bronze, bronze gilt and red enamels, VF with some scratches to the reverse, Order of Soldiers Honour, Second Class GVF, Order of Military Service Honour, Third Class GVF, 1973 40th Anniversary of the Fatherland WarVictory VF with some damage to the enamelling, Order of the Red Banner of Three Great Revolutions NVF, Commemorative Order 'Foundation of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea' VF, Order of Korean Labour, Type 2, NEF, Commemorative Order - Capital Construction NEF, Mongolia (2) 1982, 60 Years of the Peoples Army EF with full enamelling, Mongolia 1921 70th Anniversary of the Mongolian People's Revolution in brass with red enamel EF
Death of Lord Effingham 1791, 35mm diameter in gilt by J.Milton, Eimer 844, BHM 353, Obverse: Bust left, THO. HOWARD . COM. DE. EFFINGHAM. REI. MONET. PRAEF. 1784. Reverse: Britannia seated left upon a globe, over which she pours coinage from a cornucopia, PRO PATRIAE, Edge: NATVS. XIII. JAN. MDCCXLVII. OB. XV. NOV. MDCCXCI. AET. XLIV, 20.90 grammes, VF/GVF with some surface marks, unlisted in gilt by Eimer, the gilt type listed by BHM as RRR (Extremely Rare). Note: Thomas Howard (1747-1791) who became the Third Earl of Effingham upon the death of his father in 1763, became known as a strong neutralist during the period of the American Revolution. A proponent of neither side, he disagreed with the rebellion of the colonists, but also with their taxation without representation. In his protest against any war against the colonies, he famously resigned his post – an act which later garnered him attention in the new country with the naming of a frigate after him, as well as counties in both Georgia and Illinois. After his military career, he served posts as Deputy Earl Marshal, Treasurer of the King’s Household, Master of the Mint (1784-1789), and Governor of Jamaica (1790-1791)
The Volunteer Officer's Decoration (instituted 1892) VR cypher, in silver-gilt awarded to Major John Wood 4.V.B Ches. Regt No.155, (hallmarked London 1895), EF with ribbon, without top bar
Ushaw College, University of Durham, Cardinal William Alanus (1532-1594) prize medal 1858 (2) by Carl Voigt, 67mm diameter the first in gilt bronze, the second in bronze, Obv: Bust of Cardinal Alanus facing slightly to the left, IN. MEM. TANTI. VIRI COLL. VSHAW HOC PRAEMIVM MERITI EXCVDI FEC. MDCCCLVIII, and signed C.F.VOIGHT. ROMAE. Rev: A group around the Virgin and child enthroned. (Forrer VI, 310) in Exergue: DA MIHI SEDIVMIVARVM AD SISTRICEM SAPIENT both in the brown cases of issue, the gilt bronze example A/UNC with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. PRIMAS MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid, the bronze example UNC cased with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. BENE MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid
Ushaw College, University of Durham, Cardinal William Alanus (1532-1594) prize medal 1858 by Carl Voigt, 67mm diameter in gilt bronze, Obv: Bust of Cardinal Alanus facing slightly to the left, IN. MEM. TANTI. VIRI COLL. VSHAW HOC PRAEMIVM MERITI EXCVDI FEC. MDCCCLVIII, and signed C.F.VOIGHT. ROMAE. Rev: A group around the Virgin and child enthroned. (Forrer VI, 310) in Exergue: DA MIHI SEDIVMIVARVM AD SISTRICEM SAPIENT AU/UNC in the brown case of issue with IN CLASS. LITT.HUM. PRIMAS MERENTI IN COLLEGIO S. CUTHBERTI on the lid
The Shakespeare Medals a 38-piece set each 45mm diameter in gilt .925 silver, each medal with a scene from the respective play, and a quotation from the depicted scene, UNC with some toning and some small spots, in the original brown folder of issue, 18 with certificates, total silver weight in the region of 49 Troy oz.
Stamp Ingots - The Empire Collection a 25-piece collection in silver gilt, by Hallmark Replicas, total silver weight 15 Troy oz. of .925 silver, UNC in the box of issue with book and certificate
Accession of George III 1760 41mm diameter struck in Gilt bronze by T.Pingo, type as Eimer 683, BHM 3, not listed in gilt bronze, Obv: Bust left, armoured and draped, GEORGIVS . TERTIVS . REX Rev: Britannia Standing facing , beside a lion, cannon, trident, anchor and shield FELICITAS . BRITANNIAE In Exergue: INEUNTE REGNO OCT . XXV MDCCLX, 24.56 grammes GVF
Coronation, Jubilee and Royal Marriage medals (34) Victorian issues (8) 1887 Golden Jubilee - Ince Jubilee Celebration - Israel Knowles Chairman 38mm diameter VF, 1887 Golden Jubilee - Devizes local issue in white metal VF holed, 1897 Diamond Jubilee in white metal by Spink NVF holed with suspension loop and ribbon, 1897 Diamond Jubilee , Obverse VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse: VICTORIA 1837-1897 Above: Coat of Arms and supporters, Below: a wreath 39mm diameter in bronze GVF, 1897 Diamond Jubilee 45mm diameter in White metal, Obverse: Veiled head left, bust left Veiled, crowned and laureate, unusual,. Fine. 1897 Queen Victoria - The Longest Reign 35mm diameter in white metal, holed at top About VF, 1893 Marriage of the Duke and Duchess of York 38mm diameter in white metal, Fine, holed for suspension, 1897 Four Generations of the BritishRoyal Family 32mm diameter by H.Grueber & Co. Fine. Edward VII issues (6) 1902 Coronation - Borough of Cambridge issues - George Kett, Mayor (5) 38mm diameter in bronze VF to EF each holed for suspension, 1902 Coronation/Thomas Templeton Seventh Centenary/Coronation 1902 medal 39mm in white metal EF holed for suspension, George V issues (8) Coronation 1911 the Official Royal Mint issue, 31mm diameter in silver by B.Mackennal NEF in the original red box of issue, Coronation 1911 the Official Royal Mint issue 51mm diameter in bronze, EF in the original red box of issue, Coronation 1911 struck by the makers of Elect Cocoa 32mm diameter in brass (2) VF and EF both with suspension loops on the edge, Coronation 1911 39mm in white metal Obv: conjoined busts, Rev: Coat of arms with supporters within a wreath, ribbons with CORONATION and GEORGE V respective at each side VF, George V Silver Jubilee 1935 (3) Obverse: busts left conjoined, KING GEORGE V AND QUEEN MARY MAY 6TH 1935 Rev: Crown, Sceptre and Orb, TO COMMEMORATE THE 25TH YEAR OF THEIR MAJESTIES REIGN UNC boxed, Daily Mail - Teddy Tail League NVF with suspension loop at the top, 1935 38mm diameter in white metal Obv: Conjoined busts, Rev: To Commemorate the Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary May 6th 1935 (Legend in 6 lines) VF holed for suspension, Edward VIII issues (3) Coronation 1937 45mm diameter in bronze, Obv: Bust right crowned, in coronation robes, Rev: Standing Britannia between two columns, a seascape behind (2) EF and Fine with some surface dirt, Coronation 1937 38mm diameter in white metal, Reverse showing dates of Birth, Investiture as Prince of Wales, Accession and Coronation VF holed for suspension, George VI issues (2) Coronation 1937 (2) the first in white metal 38mm diameter VF , the second in gilded base metal 39mm diameter Fine both holed for suspension, Elizabeth II issues (7) Coronation 1953 (4) Ship Reverse 37mm diameter in bronze (2) both UNC boxed, 1953 Crown on Rose reverse 36mm diameter in bronze UNC, 1953 38mm diameter in white metal reverse: legend in 7 lines within wreath EF, 1969 Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 58mm diameter in gilt bronze, the Official Royal Mint issue, UNC boxed, 1981 Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer Betrothal UNC in slide case, Queen Elizabeth II 80th Birthday 2006 Rev: in the style of the 1953 Crown 32mm diameter in bronze UNC in slide case
Medals a wide variety (18) Masonic (2) Etonian Lodge in silver gilt, Crown Lodge - Grand Lodge of England to Bro. Norman Jenkinson Initiated 19.3.26 with blue and red enamelling, boxed, Masonic Medal 51mm diameter in White Metal unawarded EF, The Sir Jonathan North Medal 60.00 grammes, VF the edge appears smoothed, boxed. RoyalShakespeare Company Medals (2) each 44mm diameter in silver gilt 'All's Well That Ends Well' and Titus Andronicus types Lustrous UNC. 1857 Exhibition of Art Treasures 41mm diameter in White Metal by J.Pinches Eimer 1513 EF. Attendance Medal 'For Punctual Attendance' 1909 awarded to T.Johnson EF mounted for suspension, Civil Defence Corps badge with blue and red enamelling, Royal Horticultural Society Medal 56mm diameter in bronze awarded to The Lord Digby D.S.O. M.C. 1951 EF cleaned, India Medal 1988 legend in Sanskrit, Reverse with Princess standing 61mm diameter in silver UNC boxed. Nottingham Corn Exchange Subscribers Ticket 1850 38mm diameter in bronze Fair with some edge bruises, GB Halfpenny 1775 Contemporary Counterfeit VG, Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs KingGeorge VSilver Jubilee Competition 1935 32mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension mount, Canada 100th Anniversary of the Confederation 1967 UNC in the original plastic, a 32mm medallion Obverse with kneeling figure being crowned with wreath, the Reverse an angel flying with a wreath in each hand, the sun behind an electrotype pair EF, Girolamo Savonarola (1452-1498) Posthumous Medal for the monk and political Girolamo Savonarola (1490?), D/F HIERONYMUS SAVONAROLA ORDINIS PRAE, VF. Russia 1709 Battle of Poltava medalet 11-sided Fine with loop mount at the top
Prize Medals (6) The Royal Highland Agriculture Society of Scotland - University of Glasgow Veterinary School - Veterinary Clinical Medicine to Pamela Severs 1956-1957 44mm diameter in silver, 45.30 grammes EF toned, in the box of issue, Hearts of Oak Juvenile Benefit Society 1887 Presented as a Token of Respect for Services to the Society 45mm diameter in silver, and weighing 52.12 grammes, EF with loop mount attached. The Nicholson Institute - Stornaway 38mm diameter medal for English and French awarded to Margaret I. Flett, Session 1936-37 EF, Boxing Medal 25mm diameter awarded to S. Williams O.T.C Camp Strenshall 1934 in silver NEF, Carmarthen Board School 'DILIGENTIA VINCIT OMNIA' undated 44mm in gilt bronze? VF, The Bell Medal undated presented by the Society of Miniature Rifle Clubs 38mm diameter in bronze EF
Masonic interest (10) Masonic Institution for Boys - Stewards badges (3) 1955, 1957 one enamelled, the third an embroidered example from 1948, Royal Masonic Institute for Girls - Stewards badges 1954, 1959 and 1963 (3) all enamelled, Independent Order of Oddfellows, Manchester Unity , undated, RAOB (2) Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee in gilt silver 30 grammes, enamelled, Orphanage, Southboro' Kent 1922 in plain metal, Ancient Order of Foresters - Juvenile Branch, in silver 11.6 grammes along with a Queen Mary Needlework Guild badge, enamelled, with 1917 and 1918 clasps in mixed condition mostly VF to EF
Football Association medal in gilt silver from 1956 for an England V.France (Amateur) International to L.Rockman as part of a group of Football Medals (8) all but one are named to L.Rockman as Referee or Linesman, dated range from 1948 to 1961, 7 are in silver some with coloured enamelling
14th Indian Olympic Games Bombay 1950 52mm diameter in gilt bronze Obverse: The Gateway of India, XIV INDIAN OLYMPIC GAMES BOMBAY 1950 and the Olympic rings, Reverse: Classical athlete riding a quadriga, weight 55.54 grammes, GEF in soft pouch case. Cataloguers note: The 1950 Indian Olympics were held in Bombay for the second time. The Games were due to be held in Bengal, who were unable to stage the event, and at just three months notice, Bombay organised and staged the Games. The Games were held between 4th and 13th February 1950.
Naval Victories 1794-1816 a set of medals (6) each depicting the victor and the Battle as follows: 1) EARL HOWE ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE K.G, Reverse: THE FRENCH FLEET DEFEATED OFF USHANT 1 JUNE 1794. 2) ADMIRAL EARL ST. VINCENT Reverse: THE SPANISH FLEET DEFEATED 14. FEBy 1797. 3) ADM. VISC. DUNCAN Reverse: THE DUTCH FLEET DEFEATED 11 OCTr 1797, 4) ADMIRAL SIR S>SMITH, Reverse: ACRE DEFENDED. BONAPARTE REPULSED. SYRIA SAVED. 20 MAY 1799. 5) ADM. VISC. NELSON K.B.D. OF BRONTE Reverse: NILE 1.AUGt 1798, COPENHAGEN 1.APRIL.1801, TRAFALGAR 21 OCT. 1805, 6) ADMIRAL LORD EXMOUTH Reverse: ALGIERS AUGUST 1816, All in Gilt bronze, around EF in a brass round box with NAVAL VICTORIES and an ornate pattern on the lid
World a wide variety mostly European issues, Belgium (6) Civil Decoration - Bravery, Devotion and Philanthropy, First Class enamelled, Belgium Civil Decoration - Belgium - Medal of the Order of the Crown (2) normally awarded for a minimum of 25 Years service in the Public Sector, Civil Decoration for Long Service in Administration, Order of Leopold II, Belgium First Class Long Service Award (pre-1952), ItalyWorld War I War Cross of Merit, Syria 1967 Six-Day War medal, in mixed grades, East Germany Banner of Labour medals (2) UNC with ribbons and pins, both boxed, and East German Merit medal UNC boxed, Hungary (10) Meritorious Service Medal for the Nation, orange ribbon, CommunistPolice medal for Public Security (3) First Class, Second Class ands Third Class, Degree of Merchant Service Merit Medals 1956 (3), all UNC and boxed, Order of Labour Medals Established 1948 (3) First Class and Second Class (2) all UNC boxed, Poland (3) Medal of Merit on the Field of Glory Second Class 1944 in silver NVF boxed. The 40 Years of People' Poland Commemorative medal EF cased, Union of Veterans of the Republic of Poland and Former Political Prisoners (instituted 1965) UNC with miniature, comes with recipients book, Yugoslavia (6) Socialist Federal Republic '10 Years of Yugoslav Army' in gilt bronze, Medal for bravery, instituted 1943, in gilt bronze, Medal of National Merit (pre-1973 award) with Zasluge spelling in the legend, Medal of Labour (with ribbon bar), instituted 1945, Yugoslav Army Order for Bravery in gilt bronze (red ribbon with three narrow yellow edge stripes) (2), in mixed grades to EF
Medals (6) Coronation of Edward VI 1902 56mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1871a The Official Royal Mint issue A/UNC, Coronation of George V 1911 51mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1922a The Official Royal Mint issue, GEF in the red box of issue, Coronation of George VI 1937 Eimer 2046a Matt finish 57mm diameter in silver, UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue, Coronation of Elizabeth II 56mm diameter in gilt bronze Eimer 2086 by F.Kovacs, Reverse with view of Buckingham Palace UNC with certificate and newspaper cutting, USALouisiana Purchase 1904 Souvenir token in gilt bronze EF, Martin-Harvey 49mm diameter undated in silver? uniface By G.Danks, on a thick flan and weighing 115.96 grammes UNC or near so, boxed. Note: Sir John Martin-Harvey, Shakespearean stage actor (1863-1944) and star in the early film era, his film credits list six movies from 1913-1931.
Japan a small group (7) Merit Cross, boxed, Order of the Sacred Treasure, 8th Class, Red Cross Membership Medal (2), Order of the Rising Sun, 8th Class, First National Census 1920, Russian War 1904-1905 in gilt bronze with original ribbon and mounting loop, in mixed grades
GB and World a wide-ranging group (20) mostly base metal issues, includes a National Trust Medal in silver, Silver Jubilee 1977 in gilt silver by Birmingham Mint, and two bronze prize medals, many in EF to UNC some boxed
Charles IDeath and Memorial 1649 50mm diameter in bronze by J. and N. Roettier Eimer 162a Obverse: Bust right, armoured and draped, CAROL. D.G. M.B. F. ET. H. REX. &. GLOR. MEM. Reverse: A hand issuing from Heaven holds a celestial Crown. Below: sheep in a landscape. VIRTVT. EX.ME.FORTVNAM. EX. ALIJS. VF with some small surface imperfections. These pieces were offered for sale in the London Gazette of 1695 at 5 Shillings in bronze, 10 Shillings in Gilt-bronze, and 25 Shillings in silver, where it is described as being struck by James and Norbert Roettier at the Mint in the Tower of London.
Italy the 5th Rome Exposition 1903 41mm diameter in gilt bronze Obverse bust left VITTORIA EMANUELE III RE D'ITALIA Reverse: V ESPOSIZ.CAMPIONARIA INTERNAZ. ROMA MCMIII UNC and lustrous
Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 in 9 carat gold UNC in case: USA The Bicentennial Visit of Queen Elizabeth II 1976 51mm diameter in sterling silver, UNC in the box of issue with certificate: Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 44mm diameter in silver by John Pinches Prooflike UNC, boxed: Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 45mm diameter in silver (2) by the Birmingham Mint Prooflike UNC in the boxes of issue with certificates: The Right Honourable Margaret Thatcher MP 1979 Britain's First Lady Prime Minister in gilt silver, by The Birmingham Mint: 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain 1990 50mm diameter in silver Proof FDC in the box of issue with certificate: Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee 2002 Medal UNC on the Royal Mint wallet of issue: Belgium - Brussels Exposition 1958 26mm diameter in silver Prooflike UNC and toned, in white leatherette case
Charles Dickens 100th Anniversary of his Death 1870-1970 64mm diameter in gilt silver by P.Vincze, 120 grammes UNC in the Royal Mint presentation box, only 500 issued
R.A.O.B., silver & enamel medal (hallmarked 1894), shield with crown, 37mm wide, rev. engraved R.A.O.B. Presented to Primo. H. Saltmarsh, by the Nulli Secundus Lodge May 25th 1895". R.A.O.B. Services Rendered Medal 1962, silver gilt & enamel. Masonic Jewel on neck cravat, Connaught Chapter 1926-27. GVF. Masonic Hospital Jewel silver (hallmarked 1941) in case. (4).
Prince of Wales National Thanksgiving 1872 77mm diameter in bronze, by J.S and A.B.Wyon Obverse: Londinia, attended by Britannia, invites the Queen and the Prince of Wales into St. Paul's Cathedral. Exergue: I WAS GLAD WHEN THEY SAID UNTO ME LET US GO INTO THE HOUSE OF THE LORD Reverse: Interior of St. Paul's with the Royal procession and congregation; ornamental end-panels decorated with the Royal Arms and ribbon inscribed NATIONAL THANKSGIVING, left and City shield and ribbon inscribed St. PAULS LONDON, right Two upright supports inscribed FOR THE RECOVERY OR H.R.H. THE PRINCE OF WALES Exergue: 27 FEB. 1872 UNC toned in the original Corporation of London box, with the gilt lettering on the lid
Blackfriars Bridge and Holborn Valley Viaduct Opened 1869 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, issued by the Corporation of LondonEimer 1604 Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REGINA F:D: Reverse: City shield in the centre linking two wreaths, each containing a view. HOLBORN VIADUCT above and BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE below. Londinia, left, with a scroll inscribed OPENED NOV.6 and Britannia, right, 1869 at the top UNC with a small spot in the obverse field, in the original Corporation of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 struck
Victor Emmanuel II Visit to the City of London 1855 76mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1499 by B.Wyon, issued by the Corporation of London Obverse: Bust left, VICTORIUS EMMANUEL II REX SARDINIAE IN LONDINIUM A PRAESIDE CIVIBUSQUE RECEPTUS Reverse: Britannia seated right, Londinia standing at her side, welcomes the standing figure of Sardinia, LIBERI LIBERIS GRATULANTUR SOCIIS Exergue: Dec.4 1855 divided by the City shield UNC toned in the original Corporation of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 350 struck
The Churchill Centenary Medals, 24 silver gilt Crown size medals by John Pinches (1973), with text, collection no. 5764, total weight around 616 grammes nFDC with some toning, in the presentation album
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, 24 silver gilt Crown size medals in an album with text, UNC and lustrous some with toning, with booklet
Masonic Silver medals (3) AEGROS SANAT HUMANITAS awarded to Comp.H.F.Inkpen No.2032, W.Bro T.A.Doble No.2722, Bro.C.Harrop No.3655, a further group in base metal (3) AEGROS SANAT HUMANITAS awarded to W.Bro E.G.Morey No.2032, Bro. E.J.Harrison No.2032, Bro N.E.Inkster No.4975, a further two AEGROS SANAT HUMANITAS without inscriptions, all boxed, Prize Medal Currant Buns awarded by L.Durham with bars LEEDS and 1930, Presented by the Central Currant Office (London), in silver, boxed, East Lancashire Masonic award by George Kenning & Son in gilt silver, boxed, A World War I Masonic Medal in silver Religious themed Awarded to Bro.A.G.Derby No.1767, by Birmingham Medal Co.Ltd, Peru - Lima Masonic Award R.L.S Waldo Olivos Torrejon No.134 boxed, in mixed condition some near mint state
World War II (4) Defence Medal 1939-1945, War Medal 1939-1945, The 1939-1945 Star, The Pacific Star GVF to GEF, along with Masonic, Royal Order of Buffalos (2) 1968 one in silver gilt, awarded to H.Hebden, Oldham and District Knight's chapter
South AfricaBoer War - Lord Roberts 1900 32mm diameter in gilt, weight 16.88 grammes, by E.Fuchs, Birmingham NEF, along with General Sir George White 31mm diameter in bronze Obverse : Bust right, Reverse Honeste Parta Geo s . White 1900 a facsimile of his handwriting, Eimer 1847, by E.Fuchs, Birmingham NEF
Wellington, The Battles of the British Army in Portugal, Spain and France 1808-1814 by Toye, Kenning & Spencer Ltd. 77mm diameter in silver gilt, containing 13 printed Battle Histories, GEF in the box of issue, the tweezers normally supplied with the medal are missing
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, 24 silver gilt Crown size medals in an album with text. With an additional Medal of the 1941 Address to the US Congress UNC as issued
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, 24 silver gilt Crown size medals in an album with text. With an additional Medal of the 1941 Address to the US Congress UNC as issued
Of Cuban Interest from a Cuban collection (4), Harvard Institute 1923 Alumni medal 42mm diameter in silver awarded to P.G.Mendoza VF with suspension loop, National Reconciliation medal (c.1933) Obverse Bust left wearing armour and plumed helmet, Reverse Arms of Cuba surmounted by a Phrygian bonnet bearing a five-pointed star within oak and laurel wreath, ribbon with one line of 7 chevrons NVF the ribbon with some stains, Order of Military Merit, Fourth Class, in bronze gilt, red enamel, with red ribbon VF, Bartolome Maso Centenary 1830-1930 31.5mm diameter in bronze GVF with some contact marks
George IV - Regent of the United Kingdom 1811 Eimer 1015 GEF in white metal, in the folding box of issue, George VICoronation medal 1937 57mm diameter in silver, Matt Finish UNC, The John H.King medal Seedsmen by RoyalWarrant to the King (2) White metal and Gilt, UNC boxed, Death of Edward VIII 1972 UNC in silver by John Pinches, boxed, Silver Wedding of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip 1972 in Silver Matt finished, by John Pinches, UNC boxed with certificate, along with Tokens and Medals (6) a small and mixed group, and Farthing 1875H these in mixed grades
Union of Great Britain and Ireland 1801 49mm diameter Gilt by C.H.Kuchler for M.Boulton, Eimer 927, Obverse Bust of George III left, armoured and draped GEORGIUS III. D:G. BRITANNIARUM REX. FIDEI DEF&c. Reverse Britannia and Hibernia stand facing each other, their hands clasped. JUNGUNTUR OPES FIRMATUR IMPERIUM, UNC and with a small test mark on the edge which barely detracts
British Victories 1759 44mm diameter in bronze gilt by J.Kirk (?) unsigned. Eimer 677, Obverse: Laureate and armoured bust of George II, left GEORGIVS.II.REX, Reverse Centraln shield with an inverted Lis inscribed around garter PERFIDIA EVERSA; below, a ribbon inscribed W.PITT AUSP. GEO.11 PR.MI. Around, campaigns and their commanders : QUEBEC WOLFE MONCKn.TOWNSd. SEP.13 & 18 / CROWN POINT AMHERST AUG.4 / LAGOS BOSCAWEN AUG.19 / MINDEN FERDINAND AUG.1 / GUADALOUPE BARING.MOORE MAY.1 / NIAGARA IOHNSON IULY 25 / HAWKE QUIBERON NOV.20, Exergue: MDCCLIX EF/About EF
Germany, WW 2 replica Nazi awards (3) Knights Cross of the Iron Cross with oak leaf and swords, in case (2), Oakleaf cluster with "diamonds", gilt metal, in case. EF. Good quality manufacture
Ushaw College, University of Durham, Cardinal William Alanus (1532-1594) prize medal 1858 by Carl Voigt, 67mm diameter in bronze gilt, obv. Bust of Cardinal Alanus facing slightly to the left, rev. a group around the Virgin and child enthroned. (Forrer VI, 310), EF in a red Wyon case
Medals (4) Robert Bentley Todd, Kings College London 1860, 76mm in bronze NEF, Lusitania medal 1915 EF, Italian Cinematic Medal 1960 40th Anniversary of Cinematography 70mm diameter in bronze, EF, Italy Rome 1973 Declaration of Human Rights 50mm Gilt in case
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, set no.3278. 24 silver gilt Crown size medals each around 26 grammes, in an album with text. nFDC
Masonic Medals (13) includes Silver gilt Rose Croix 32nd degree star, Rite of Perfection badge, Stewards medals (5) in gilt enamel 1950s and 1960s, in mixed condition
Queen Victoria 1837 - 1897 61 mm in copper the official Royal Mint issue in the red box of issue (2), History of Aviation 0.5 grams gold (3) along with others mostly base metal more recent issues some gilt or silver plated and including cased collections by Westminster (lot)
Admiral Vernon, Portobello 1739, Fair, Battle of Nile 1798, white metal, battle of Alma 1854 struck at Crystal Palace 1854, white metal with half of Pinches gilt tin case, Port Sunlight 1891, bronze, together with 17 other prize, religious and commemorative medals. Fair to EF. (21)
Our Royal Sovereigns, a 70-piece set of silver gilt medals portraying monarchs from Offa to Elizabeth II, by Danbury Mint, each medal around 4.4 grammes, in the wooden case of issue, with booklet
Medals a small group (9) Board of Agriculture 1793 48mm diameter in gilt copper Eimer 853, Coronation of George IV 1821 48mm, diameter in copper gilt, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze the official Royal Mint issue, Queen Alexandra Dock Opened Cardiff 1907 52mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1900, Coronation of George V 1911 the official Royal Mint issue Eimer 1922 51mm diameter in bronze, Silver Jubilee of George V 1935 a local issue in base metal pierced for suspension, plus School medals (3) 1855, 1900 and undated, in white metal for attendance and good conduct in mixed grades average NVF-VF
Masonic awards and jewels (18), mainly base metal & enamel, Lodges include, Cheshire, Hertfordshire, Lodge of New hope (2), Sale Priory (2 - these silver gilt), RMIG & RMIB medals etc. Generally GVF. (18).
Death of Sir Ralph Abercromby, by T.Halliday, bronze, 40mm. (Eimer 930), Repeal of the Test and Corporation Act 1828, bronze, 43mm., (Eimer 1199), Marriage of Victoria to Prince Albert 1840, by B. Wyon, bronze, 46mm. (Eimer 1336),Victoria Golden Jubilee Medal 1887, by J.C., bronze gilt, 45mm., Italy "Vincentivs Monti Vates" medal by Putinati, bronze, 35mm., Prussia, Frederick the Great medal for Rossbach & Leuthen 1757, bronze, 48mm. Generally GVF. (6).
British Red Cross Society WarService Medals 1914-18, bronze (7), British Red Cross Society "3 Years Service" Medals, reverses numbered, many with additional bars, gilt and enamel (11). GVF. (18).
Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 25th Anniversary 1978 88.68 grammes of .925 silver UNC in a Royal Mint box, Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 25th Anniversary 1978 52.76 grammes of .925 silver UNC in a Royal Mint box, 900th Anniversary of Westminster Abbey 1965 80.7 grammes of .925 silver UNC in a Royal Mint box, The Royal Albert Hall Centenary a 5-medal set 1971 depicting events hosted there, each 31.1 grammes of gilt .925 silver UNC boxed
France, Prefecture De La Seine Service des Aliens bronze prize medal by Roti, to Melle Druon Alice, 1er prix D'Administration 1905, in red leather case of issue. Strasbourg Medical bronze medal, Dr Albert Schweitzer Nobel Prize 1952, gilt metal. Stoke Mandeville International Games medal 1964, winner wheel chair relay. Together with a R.A. music medal 1913, Olympia Exhibition medal 1934 and Professor Holloway's Penny token 1858, AVF or better (7).
International Philatelic Exhibition 1936 New York Rider on galloping horse, awarded to Fred Schulze, reverse inscribed GIBRALTAR AND MALTA (COMBINED) silvered with gold horse and rider EF, International Philatelic Exhibition Vienna 1933 (2) 89mm x 69mm in bronze EF boxed, to Fred Schulze, Birmingham, and 42mm x 38mm in silver, Gibraltar and Malta, GEF boxed, International Philatelic Exhibition Basle 1948 40mm x 40mm silvered EF boxed, inscribed MALTA awarded to Fred Schulze Birmingham, all except the first in original cases, along with Birmingham Philatelic Society (2) the 'La Trobe' medal 1942-1943 Mafeking, in gilt silver awarded to Fred Schulze, EF boxed, Birmingham Philatelic Society Golden Jubilee 1936 in base metal UNC boxed
British Red Cross Society Medals (15) with assorted "Proficiency" brooch and slide service bars, gilt and enamel. Generally GVF, some with enamel damage.
British Red Cross Society Medals (15) with assorted "Proficiency" brooch and slide service bars, gilt and enamel. Generally GVF, some with enamel damage.
Commemorative medals (8), silver, most crown sized, includes Royal Mint issues. Michelangelo Medallic First Day Covers (2) in cases or packets of issue. Heraldic Beasts of The Prince & Princess of Wales (2), silver gilt. (12).
British Red Cross Society Medals (13) with "Proficiency in Red Cross First Aid" and "Proficiency in Red Cross Nursing" brooch and slide service bars, gilt and enamel. Generally GVF, some with enamel damage.
Exhibitions (4), London 1862 by A.Bovy, white metal, International Exhibition 1862, by Dowler, white metal (Eimer 155), London Fine Arts Exhibition 1873, by Morgan to C. Le Bosquet Catalogue no. 5262, gilt lead, (Eimer 1622), Antwerp Exposition Anvers 1930, bronze, Fine or better. (4).
Austria Franz Josef I medal Vienna 1888 by Schwartz, gilt, 63mm diameter, EF in case, Germany Montague John Rendell medal by F.B. and R.G. bronze 63mm diameter in case EF
Hardy, Thelwall and Tooke, Acquitted of High Treason 1794, w/m., Fair, Repeal of Sacramental Test 1828 by S.Clint, bronze, some edge nicks GVF, Protestant Ascendancy 1845, obv. Bust of William III, pierced, gilt metal, Death of Duke of Wellington 1852 by Allen & Moore, w/m., AVF, Williams Memorial Prize Fund, founded in 1891, bronze, GVF with catalogue ink numbers. (5).
Masonic Jewels and regalia, a good collection awarded to F. Durbin, Union Lodge between 1924 and 1931. Ancient Order of Buffaloes jewels (9), seven silver gilt and enamel, one 9ct gold, 18gms, one 9ct gold and set with jewels, 19.2gms. All jewels hallmarked. Together with a 1939-45 Defence medal in card box of issue addressed to F. Durbin London SE5, Collar jewel with "Roll of Honour" clasps in base metal, Union Lodge apron and sash. In brown leather case.
Death of Edward VII 1910 WE4971 76mm diameter in gilt copper, Obverse Bust almost facing, Crowned, draped and holding a sceptre EDWARD' VII.D'G' REX.ET.ET.IMP Reverse EDWARD THE SEVENTH BY THE GRACE OF GOD, OF THE UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND, AND OF ALL THE BRITISH DOMINIANS BEYOND THE SEAS, KING, DEFENDER OF THE FAITH, EMPEROR OF INDIA BORN NOVEMBER, 1841. ASCENDED THE THRONE 22ND JANUARY, 1901.CROWNED, 9TH AUGUST, 1902 DIED 6TH MAY, 1910 UNC in the original box of issue
France, L'Herault "Societe D'Horticulture et D'Histoire Naturelle" medal by Dubois 1868, silver gilt, rim stamped "argent" 50mm. Dia., three cherubs on obverse. EF.
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, set no. 508. 24 silver gilt Crown size medals in an album with text. nFDC
The Dangers Averted Medal / Defeat of the Spanish Armada, c 1590, bust of Queen Elizabeth facing, rev. bay tree on Island, ships in distance, 48 x 52mm., A good quality later cast medal in gilt metal (Eimer 61A).
Churchill Centenary Medals by John Pinches 1973 for the Churchill Centenary Trust, set no. 508. 24 silver gilt Crown size medals in an album with text. nFDC accompanied by a letter dated 1945 from Winston Churchill hand written on House of Commons notepaper along with the House of Commons envelope
Memorial Medals (2) Henry I of England 1135, gilt metal, 40mm, tomb on reverse. Albertus Haller of Switzerland died 1777, bronze medal by Caque 40mm dia. AEF.
Cap Badges & shoulder titles (17) 3 cloth, others metal, mostly military. VF. With an ARP silver and cloth badge in blue card case of issue and King's Badge WW2 in card box of issue. These EF. Grenadier Guards compact, gilt metal & enamel.
Assorted medals (7) including: Admiral Nelson - Boulton's Trafalgar Medal - a Tower Mint replica 2005, cased; National Rifle Association Medal, bronze, cased; St Georges Chapel Windsor, gilt metal; 50th Anniversary of the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb 1922, gilt metal; Primrose League gilt medal with enamelled brooch dated 1891; J. S. Fry & Sons Bicentenary medal 1928 (Eimer 2013) cased; Royal Life Saving Society bronze medal, cased. VF or better.
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