Battle of the Nile, Davison's Medal 1798 47mm diameter in bronze, by C.H. Kuchler, Obverse: Hope standing on a rocky promontory, left, holding an oval medallion of Nelson, inscribed EUROPE'S HOPE AND BRITAIN'S GLORY. Beyond: An open sea, REAR - ADMIRAL LORD NELSON OF THE NILE. Reverse: A British fleet assembled in Aboukir Bay prepares to engage the French. ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED HIS MAJESTY'S ARMS, In Exergue: VICTORY OF THE NILE . AUGUST 1 1798. Edge: A TRIBUTE OF REGARD FROM ALEXr. DAVISON. ESQr. ST. JAMES'S SQUARE, 40.11 grammes, BHM 447, Eimer 890, pleasing EF
British Commerce 1837-1897 51mm White Metal left facing crowned bust VICTORIA D.G. BRITT REGINA F D IND IMP , reverse steam ship, by Spink and Sons London pleasing AU-Unc with some original brilliance
Prize medal - Army Rifle Association - British Armies In France - For Skill With The Rifle, Inscribed RHINE ARMY RIFLE MEETING 1919, 45mm in bronze, unsigned, toned UNC with minor friction in a Fattorini & Sons, Bradford, box
World War I trios (2) the first comprising British War Medal, Victory medal and 1914 Star, awarded to 8423 L/Cpl.H.Roy, K.O.S.B., Good Fine to NVF, the second comprising British War Medal, Victory Medal and 1914-15 Star awarded to Fine to Good Fine, the War Medal and Star cleaned, along with World War I Victory Medal awarded to 150498 Gnr. A.S. Dickinson, R.A. VF, stained on the reverse, and Special ConstabularyLong Service Medal awarded (to Samuel Dickinson) GVF with an edge bruise
World War I pairs British War Medal and Victory Medals (4 pairs) the first awarded to 26290 Pte. E. Ormerod Rif. Brig. VF, the second awarded to 28613 G.H.Woodward S.Lan. R, Fine, cleaned, the third awarded to 102505 Pte. T. Jolly R.A.M.C., Good Fine to VF, the War Medal cleaned, the fourth awarded to 37733 Pte. W. Dewhurst, M.G.C. Good Fine to NVF, the War Medal cleaned
World War I pairs British War Medal and Victory Medals (4 pairs) the first awarded to M2-121172 Pte. H. Salisbury A.S.C., GVF, the second awarded to 194959 Spr. W. Beedle, R.E, Fine or slightly better with some stains, the third awarded to 28178 Pte.J.Jepson S.Lan. R. Fine, the war medal with some stains, the fourth awarded to Cpl. J. Dodge R.A. Fine to Good Fine, the War Medal cleaned
World War IBritish War Medals (4) the first awarded to 171280 Gnr. E.A. Marston R.A., Good Fine/Fine, the second awarded to 179590 Gnr. T. Heaps R.A. VF cleaned, the third awarded to John Liversage (no other details), the fourth awarded to 13148 Pte. J. Ellison, R.D.Fus Fine, all with ribbons
World War IBritish War Medals (4) the first awarded to 18987 Gnr. W. Dix. R.A. VF, the second awarded to J.85518 J. Wagstaff. Ord. R.N. Fine with some edge knocks, the third awarded to 2877 Pte. J. Higgs, Manch. R. the fourth awarded to J. 11889 Pte. H.J. Rogers Sea.Highrs. NVF, all with ribbons
World War IBritish War Medals (3) the first awarded to 74226 Dvr. A. Mort R.A., NVF, the second awarded to 63899 Pte. T.J. Porter Lan. Fus.VF/NVF with grey tone, the third awarded to 207042 Pte. F. Tierney, VF, all with ribbons
World War IBritish War Medals (3) the first awarded to T. Holland (edge details partly defaced), Fine, toned, the second awarded to Capt. W.J. Gilchrist, VF, the third awarded to 235062 Pte. F.Fearn, R.War. R, Good Fine, cleaned, Pte. Fearn was killed in action aged 20, on 16th April 1918 at Ypres, part of the German April Offensive of 1918, all three with ribbons
British Empire Exhibition 1924, The Royal Mint, London, 36mm diameter undated in silver, Obverse: Moneta seated, striking coins, Reverse: Façade and Forecourt of the Mint, THE ROYAL MINT LONDON, Eimer 1989, BHM 4192, 30.56 grammes, GVF with an edge bruise, the reverse with some scratches. Note: A Royal Mint souvenir, struck and sold at the Exhibition
Medals (12) Prize medals (5) Army Training Regiment - Pirbright 51mm in bronze, Winner Commanding Officer Competition, UNC boxed, Winchester College Gymnastics medal undated, 36mm diameter in bronze GVF, Prize Medal - Rifle Club (awarded 1978) 33mm diameter in bronze, the reverse with the same design as the original 1860 medal, an archer and rifleman standing, obverse: inscribed RIFLE P.M. 1978 PERIOD 'A' 2nd, EF with lacquering on the reverse, Prize Medal - Rifle Club (awarded 1975) 33mm diameter in bronze, the reverse with the same design as the original 1860 medal, an archer and rifleman standing, obverse: inscribed RIFLE P.M. 1975 PERIOD 'A' 2nd, EF lacquered, Lovefield Relay First Team 1953 35mm silvered GVF, Italy - Michaelangelo Buonarroti 88th Birthday, 58mm in bronze, cast, Obverse: Bust right, draped, Reverse: Michaelangelo in the guise of a blind man, holding flask and staff, being led by a guide dog, Fine, holed twice at the top, Medal or cliché 58mm diameter in bronze, Obverse head right 1869-1929, Good Fine, Kinlochleven Smelter 80 Years 1909-1989 39mm in aluminium, EF stained, The British Aluminium Company 1907-1957 50th Anniversary 40mm in aluminium, VF with some dirt and staining, Borough of Bebington Charter Medal 1937 Viscount Leverhulme 39mm in bronze VF lacquered with suspension loop at the top, Spain - Juan Carlo I and Sofia36mm in cast base metal, within a silver coloured mount, not hallmarked so presumed not silver, VF, William Shakespeare Cast Oval medal Fair, ex-mount with surface damage, Half-Shell for medal Arts Treasures Exhibition, Manchester 1857 67mm in brass (no medal) Good Fine, Brass Plaque - Flying Fox Car Club, uniface 86mm diameter, 327 grammes, Good Fine with some edge damage around 4 o'clock, Tokens (7) Canada Shell Oil Tokens (issued 1965-1968) 1870 Manitoba - Prairie Crocus, 31mm diameter in brass plated zinc, EF with some spots, 1905 Alberta - Wild Rose, 32mm diameter in brass plated zinc, EF with some spots, 1867 New Brunswick - Purple Violet, 32mm, NEF with some spots, 1905 Saskatchewan - Prairie Lily, 32mm EF with some small spots, Prime Ministers of Canada 1963 Lester B. Pearson 32mm in brass plated zinc (plating worn away) NEF, Prime Ministers of Canada 1968 Pierre E. Trudeau 32mm in brass plated zinc (plating worn away) VF with some spots, and a small group of coins (4) GB Crowns (2) 1977 UNC, 1981 UNC, both in slide cases, New Zealand One Dollar 1969 Cook's Chart, UNC in a slide case, Canada One Dollar 1982 Constitution EF
Colonial and Indian Exhibition 1886 (2) the first 52mm in bronze by L.C.Wyon, BHM 3209, Eimer 1725 GVF with some edge nicks and a small area of corrosion on the obverse, the second 52mm in bronze by L.C.Wyon, Reverse: BRITISH BEE KEEPERS ASSOCIATION within a wreath, GVF/NEF
Coronations and Jubilees (15) Queen VictoriaGolden Jubilee 1887 Lostwithiel, in White Metal 38mm by A.Wyon, EF, Queen Victoria Golden Jubilee 1887 Mortlake, 38mm in White Metal EF holed ,Queen Victoria Golden Jubilee 1887 38mm in White metal, unsigned, VF holed, Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 39mm in White metal, unsigned GVF, George VSilver Jubilee (7) 1935 Middlesex, Octagonal (2) NEF, 1935 Birmingham 38mm diameter in White Metal (2) both NEF, 1935 'British Made' Obverse: Conjoined Busts, Reverse: Arms of the City of London and 7-line legend (3) VF to EF, Edward VIII Coronation 1937 35mm in bronze VF to EF, Coronation of Edward VIII 32mm in aluminium VF
British Victories 1758/1759 44mm diameter in brass, by J. Kirk (?) Obverse: Britannia, in a chariot driven by a lion, drives over French lilies, with Justice and Liberty in attendance. Above: FOEDUS INVICTUM on a ribbon, Around: Campaigns and their respective commanders SENEGAL MAI 2. MARSH. MASON. / S.MALOS IUN 16. MARLBRO. / CHERBOURG. AU. 16. HOW. / LOUISBOURG. IUL . 27. BOSCAWEN-AMHERST / FRONTI. AUG . 27. BRADSTREET / DUQUESNE NOV 24 FORBES / COREE DE. 29 KEPPEL. Exergue: MDCCLVIII, Reverse: Central shield with an inverted lily inscribed around garter PERFIDA EVERSA. Below, a ribbon inscribed W.PITT. AUSP. GEO II 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 / HAWKW QUIBERON NOV.20. In Exergue: MDCCLIX, The reverses coupled from Eimer 662 and 677, 30.36 grammes, Fine with some edge knocks and some residual dirt in the legends
First World War - Sea Services Tribute Medal 1919 52mm diameter in silver, unsigned, Obverse: Britannia, standing upon a rock with British lion holds a wreath and trident, in the distance, shipping and aircraft, In Exergue: 1914-1919. THE SURE SHIELD, Reverse: SEA SERVICES COMMEMORATION 4TH AUGUST 1914-1919 in 5 lines, all within a wreath, BHM 4151, Eimer 1966, 61.01 grammes, NVF cleaned
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 (7 over 6) 32mm diameter by H. Grueber, Obverse: Crown in splendour above conjoined heads of Queen Victoria, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of York and Prince Edward, sprays of laurel below, FOUR GENERATIONS OF THE BRITISH ROYAL FAMILY, Reverse: Crown in splendour above conjoined shields of Ireland, England and Scotland, THE DIAMOND JUBILEE , sprays of oak, thistle and shamrock all within the linear circle, TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, 1837-97. 11.33 grammes, BHM 3539, in bronze, VF silvered
Battle of the Nile 1798 Davison's Medal, 46mm diameter in copper by C.H. Kuchler, Obverse: Peace standing on a rocky shore, holding in left hand a medallion with bust of Lord Nelson. EUROPE'S HOPE AND BRITAIN'S GLORY, Above: REAR-ADMIRAL LORD NELSON OF THE NILE, Reverse: A view of the British fleet going into action against the French, Above: ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED HIS MAJESTY'S ARMS, In Exergue: VICTORY OF THE NILE / AUGUST 1 . 1798. Edge: FROM ALEXr. DAVISON ESQr.ST.JAMES'S SQUARE = A TRIBUTE OF REGARD, BHM 447, Eimer 890, 39.60 grammes, Fine with some thin scratches
Ulster Unionist Convention 1892 38mm diameter in bronze by Messrs. Gibson & Co. Obverse: Hibernia standing holding a banner, attended by the British lion, sprays of shamrocks in the exergue, ULSTER UNIONIST CONVENTION, Reverse: Imperial Crown over shields of Ireland, England and Scotland, surrounded by roses, thistles and shamrocks, QUIS SEPARABIT with 1892 below. BHM 3433, Eimer 1773, 22.66 grammes, EF
Queen Victoria (3) Diamond Jubilee 1897 51mm 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, 42.00 grammes, BHM 3512, Good Fine with some edge knocks, India - ArmyTemperance medal 1901 - Death of Queen Victoria, Obverse: Bust left, crowned and veiled, EMPRESS OF INDIA, Reverse ATA logo crowned, IN MEMORY OF QUEEN VICTORIA 1837-1901 VF with suspension loop and ribbon, Diamond Jubilee 1897 32mm diameter in bronze by H. Grueber, Obverse four conjoined heads FOUR GENERATIONS OF THE BRITISH ROYAL FAMILY, Reverse: Three shields crowned, BHM 3540 Fine, along with Fantasy Crown 1837 a modern restrike of the Bonomi pattern, 38mm diameter in Aluminium? EF
Formation of the Free British Fishery Society 1750 41mm diameter in bronze, by L. Koch, Obverse Bust right, draped, FREDERICK PRINCE OF WALES, with GOVERNOR OF THE SOCIETY below the bust, Reverse: Fishermen on the shore with nets and barrels, a trawler at sea hauls in nets, FOR THE ADVANTAGE OF GREAT BRITAIN, In exergue: FREE BRIT. FISHERY BY A SOCIETY ESTABL. 1750. MI ii 659/365, Eimer 629, 32.35 grammes, Good Fine
Medals and Tokens (9) comprising Medals (3) Coronation of George IV 1821 21mm in bronze VG, Earl's Court - Gigantic Wheel 1899 32mm in bronze, by Spink, VF with some thin scratches, George II/Frederick II of Prussia, undated, 24mm in bronze, Fine, Countermarked (2) Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper, 3d Post Free, on Halfpenny 1799 (2) Fair and VG, Market Token Spitalfields, W. & H. Bailey, Five Shillings, undated, Fine, British Armed Forces Penny Token, undated, in bakelite, Fine, Germany POW Camp Sprottau Ten Pfennigs Token 31mm undated, in lead, Fine, and Gaming Counter 1797 'In Memory Of The Good Old Days' Fine
Visit of the Emperor of Germany to London 1891 80mm diameter in bronze by Messrs. Elkington & Co., London, issued by the Corporation of London, Obverse: Conjoined busts of the Emperor and Empress, right, GULIELMUS IIIMPERATOR ET REX, Reverse: Londinia standing, left hand pointing to the shipping in the Thames, the right resting upon a low throne in which Germania is seated. A British lion below the throne with two doves and the inscription JULY 10TH 1891. 329.35 grammes, BHM 3412, Eimer 1768, Welch 24, AU/GEF with an edge knock, comes with modern presentation box (not standard), only 450 struck.
Medallic Covers - Medals of the Nations of the World, (30) comprising Sterling Silver Proof medal and stamp, issues from Czechoslovakia, Byelorussia, Central African Republic (2), Costa Rica (2), Ecuador, Gabon, Belgium, Algeria, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Gambia, Burundi, Finland, Comoros, Bahamas, Barbados, Botswana (2), Canada (2), Australia, Austria, Benin, France, Argentina, Brazil, Bhutan, Chad, Medallic Covers - International Society of Postmasters (3) Bermuda, Monaco and Colombia issues, Sterling Silver Proof medal and stamp, Great Explorers - Exploration of Space Sterling Silver Medal and stamp, all nFDC to FDC on the commemorative envelopes as issued, Day of the Concorde comprising 39mm sterling silver medal and GB and Bahrain stamps, on the commemorative envelope as issued, with letter and booklet, Ingots - Great British Locomotives 48mm x 26mm in sterling silver (10) KingGeorge V, Green Arrow, Mallard, City of Birmingham, Prototype High Speed Train, WinstonChurchill, Locomotive No.2500, Oliver Cromwell, Electric Deltic Locomotive, Evening Star, Class 87 Electric Locomotive, FDC on the Franklin Mint cards of issue, Ingots - The Great Sailing Ships of History 65mm x 42mm in sterling silver (4) each FDC on the Franklin Mint cards of issue, Ingots (2) - the first The Palace of Holyrood House, the second depicting Republic of IrelandLeinster Haouse and Netherlands Binnenhoff De Tweeden Kamer, both by The Birmingham Mint Prooflike UNC on the cards of issue
Battle of the Nile, Davison's Medal 1798 47mm diameter in bronze, by C.H. Kuchler, Obverse: Hope standing on a rocky promontory, left, holding an oval medallion of Nelson, inscribed EUROPE'S HOPE AND BRITAIN'S GLORY. Beyond: An open sea, REAR - ADMIRAL LORD NELSON OF THE NILE. Reverse: A British fleet assembled in Aboukir Bay prepares to engage the French. ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED HIS MAJESTY'S ARMS, In Exergue: VICTORY OF THE NILE . AUGUST 1 1798. Edge: A TRIBUTE OF REGARD FROM ALEXr. DAVISON. ESQr. ST. JAMES'S SQUARE, 40.11 grammes, BHM 447, Eimer 890, GVF with some light corrosion and thin scratches in the fields
Japan-British Exhibition, White City, London 1910 (2) 51mm diameter, one in bronze, one stamped 'BRONZE MEDAL, the other in gilt bronze stamped 'GOLD MEDAL' both EF in Vaughton boxes
The Queens of the British Isles a 9-piece set each 45mm diameter in 0.925 silver by The Birmingham Mint, (issued 1976-1977) depicting Margaret, Maid of Norway 1283-1290, Queen Mary I 1516-1558, Queen Elizabeth I 1533-1603, Lady Jane Grey 1537-1554, Mary, Queen of Scots 1542-1587, Queen Mary II 1662-1694, Queen Anne 1665-1714, Queen Victoria 1819-1901, and Queen Elizabeth II (b.1926), , hallmarked on the edges, nFDC with some toning, in the wooden box of issue, no certificate
Medals and Ingots (7) comprising Ingots (2) Great Sailing Ships undated (1978) in .925 silver by Pinches (2), Cutty Sark, HMS Victory, Lustrous UNC, Medals (5) BritishIndia Steam Navigation Company Limited Centenary 1856-1956 38mm diameter in silver by J. Pinches, .925 silver, Prooflike UNC, boxed with certificate, National Maritime Museum - Royal Observatory 1675-1975 Greenwich - Herstmonceaux 57mm diameter, .925 silver UNC, History of the English Speaking Peoples - Charge of the Light Brigade 45mm diameter, , in .925 silver, UNC, Royal Maundy Service 1983 Exeter Cathedral 45mm diameter silver, hallmarked and numbered on the edge, UNC in the Tower Mint box of issue with certificate, The Britannia Commemorative Society Henry M. Stanley and Dr. Livingstone Centennial Medal 1971 by Hal Faulkner, 45mm diameter, UNC in the transparent holder
The Queens of The British Isles a 9-piece set each 45mm diameter in silver by The Birmingham Mint, depicting Margaret, Maid of Norway 1283-1290, Queen Mary I 1516-1558, Queen Elizabeth I 1533-1603, Lady Jane Grey 1537-1554, Mary, Queen of Scots 1542-1587, Queen Mary II 1662-1694, Queen Anne 1665-1714, Queen Victoria 1819-1901, and Queen Elizabeth II A/UNC to UNC toned with prooflike fields, some of the capsules incomplete, in the wooden box of issue with Birmingham Mint letter
The Queens of The British Isles a 9-piece set each 45mm diameter in silver by The Birmingham Mint, depicting Margaret, Maid of Norway 1283-1290, Queen Mary I 1516-1558, Queen Elizabeth I 1533-1603, Lady Jane Grey 1537-1554, Mary, Queen of Scots 1542-1587, Queen Mary II 1662-1694, Queen Anne 1665-1714, Queen Victoria 1819-1901, and Queen Elizabeth II A/UNC to UNC toned with prooflike fields, in the wooden box of issue
Visit of Wilhelm II to England and the Naval Review at Spithead 1889 60mm diameter in bronze by Messrs. L.C. Lauer Obverse: Uniformed bust of Wilhelm II bare head, three-quarters left THE GERMAN EMPEROR WILHELM II VISITS ENGLAND AUGUST 1889. Reverse: The British fleet steaming in line ahead. Crowned draped bust of Queen Victoria in wreath resting on laurel branches above dividing inscription on riband VICTORIA REGINA 1889. BHM 3368, in a large NGC holder and graded MS63 BN Regal Collection.
Medals a varied group (19) Saint George Medal undated, 52mm diameter in .800 silver, 71.51 grammes, EF, Sedgley Park Award medal, undated (1799), 42mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon, EF, British Army in the Netherlands 1815 41mm diameter in bronze by A.J.Depaulis and La Fitte, BHM 867 About EF with some verdigris spots, A Scottish Soldier 1815 41mm diameter in White Metal by E.J.Dubois, BHM 868 Good Fine with some blistering, Foundation and First Meeting of the British Archaeological Association 1843 35mm diameter in bronze by W.J.Taylor BHM 2106var., Reverse: Three shields, VF/GVF, The Chinese Junk Keying 1848 26mm diameter by Allen & Moore, BHM 2322, Fine, Death of Sir Robert Peel 1850 27mm diameter in Brass, unsigned, BHM 2399 Near Fine, Centenary of the Foundation of Sunday Schools 1880 44mm diameter in White metal, unsigned, BHM 3088, VF with some scratches, pierced for suspension, with suspension ring, Centenary of the Foundation of Sunday Schools 1880 44mm diameter in White Metal, by Ottley, Obverse: Bust of Robert Raikes left, Reverse: TRAIN UP A CHILD / IN THE WAY HE SHOULD GO / & WHEN HE IS OLD / HE WILL NOT DEPART / FROM IT, NVF holed for suspension, with suspension ring, unlisted by BHM, Italy - National Exhibition 1891, Palermo, 40mm diameter in bronze, Fine, Death of the Duke of Clarence 1892 24mm diameter in bronze, BHM 3429, NVF holed, The Opening of Broadbent's Delph Playground 1897 33mm diameter in bronze VF, unlisted by BHM, Millennium of the City of Winchester 45mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: City Arms, Reverse: A.D. 897 BEORNWULF / WICREEVE / AD 1897-8 / ALFRED BOWKER / MAYOR, GVF with some edge knocks, unlisted by BHM, Edinburgh University Prize Medal 52mm diameter in bronze, awarded to D.E. Cameron for Senior Mathematics 1897-98, EF, End of the First South African War 1900 45mm diameter in White Metal by Spink & Son. BHM 3680, Eimer 1851, VF, Opening of the Town Hall, Lancaster 1909 44mm diameter in bronze, Reverse: City Arms, GIVEN BY LORD ASHTON TO ROBERT WILSON MAYOR, EF, Coronation of George V 1911 52mm diameter by A.H.Darby, Silver Plated, matt finish, BHM 4028, EF, Dismantling of the Gigantic Wheel, Blackpool 1928, 32mm diameter in White Metal NVF, Liverpool and Manchester Railway 150th Anniversary 1979 46mm diameter in brass, EF with some dark toning in places
Death of Princess Charlotte 1817 50mm diameter in bronze, by T. Webb and G. Mills Obverse: Draped bust of Princess Charlotte with hair in fillet and decorated with roses, facing three-quarter right. H.R.H. PRINCESS CHARLOTTE AUGUSTA. In Exergue: BORN JAN 7 1796, MARRIED MAY 2. 1816, Reverse: Britannia seated left, weeping, by the British Lion and a broken column; urn and clouds with rays behind, DIED NOV . VI . MDCCCXVII. In Exergue: WEEP BRITAIN THOU HAST LOST / 'THE EXPECTANCY AND ROSE' / OF THE FAIR STATE, BHM 940, 62.30 grammes, EF/GEF
Queen Victoria 70th Birthday 1889 65mm diameter, appears to be struck in aluminium, by Messrs. L.C.Lauer Obverse: Crown, veiled and draped bust left, VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN EMPRESS OF INDIA, Reverse: Britannia, holding shield and laurel branch seated on the British Lion on a quay before St. Paul's, sailing ship to right, date above, 30.86 grammes, BHM 3365, Eimer 1747, unlisted in aluminium or White Metal by BHM or Eimer, NEF with some contact marks in the fields. Presumably Very Rare, we note that an example in gilt bronze in NEF was offered in London Coins Auction A175 5/12/2021 (Lot 868) and realised £110 hammer price
Medals 20th Century and 21st Century in silver (3) Royal Mint 1100 Years in Minting 1986 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint, .925 silver, UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, British Numismatic Society Centenary Medal 2003 45mm diameter .925 silver, Matt finish UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, National Trust Silver Medal of .925 silver, 39mm diameter undated UNC toned, in the Royal Mint box of issue
Medals 19th and 20th Century (13) Queen Victoria - Visit to the City of London 1837 62mm diameter in bronze by J. Barber, after J.R.Lane, BHM 1772, NEF with some small edge nicks and a thin scratch on the obverse field, Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 65mm diameter in White metal by Allen & Moore, 95.29 grammes, BHM 2474, Eimer 1468, NEF/GVF, Lichfield Cathedral undated (c.1841-1850) 61mm diameter in White Metal by J. Davis, , BHM 2370, GVF with uneven surfaces, boxed, Belgium - Royal Society of Philanthropists 1868 awarded to Mr. P. Vandelaerm VF with some scratches in the fields, South Staffordshire Industrial and Fine Arts Exhibition , Wolverhampton 1869 51mm diameter in bronze by J. Moore, GEF with a gentle edge bruise, boxed, International Fisheries Exhibition 1883 45mm diameter in bronze by L.C.Wyon & J. Pinches, Reverse by L.F.Day, BHM 3153, Eimer 1694, 53.55 grammes, GEF with a small spot and a small edge knock, boxed, Tercentenary of the Foundation of Edinburgh University 1884 57mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, BHM 3173, 93.22 grammes, EF/VF with some scratches on the reverse, British & Foreign Sailors Society 1893 39mm diameter in White Metal, Reverse: Bacchante in sail, 1882-92, unlisted by BHM 16.64 grammes, EF with some scuffs and scratches, pierced for suspension, boxed, Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 38mm diameter in gilt silver by J. Allen, Reverse: Presented by Ernest F.C.Hatch M.P. , unlisted by BHM , EF, boxed, Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 38mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, , EF pierced for suspension, with suspension ring, boxed, The National Rifle Association 1910 Obverse: archer and rifleman standing, Reverse: Imperial and Challenge Shield - Junior, legend: PRESENTED BY R.W.FENNELL, BHM 4479, EF boxed, Service Medal of the Order of St. John, with clasp, awarded for 10 years service, EF in Rhodium plated Cupro-Nickel, with clasp and ribbon, Service Medal of the Order of St. John cupro-nickel, Fine, once gilded, with incorrect ribbon
International Exhibition 1862 Prize Medal 77mm diameter in bronze by L.C. Wyon, Obverse: Britannia seated left, receiving gifts from kneeling figures. Three female figures standing to right. The British lion crouched in the foreground. Reverse: 1862 / LONDINI / HONORIS / CAUSA all within a wreath, Edge: J. HICK C.E. JUROR CLASS VIII, BHM 2747, Eimer 1553, EF with some minor contact marks and small rim nicks
International Exhibition 1862 Prize Medal 77mm diameter in bronze by L.C. Wyon, Obverse: Britannia seated left, receiving gifts from kneeling figures. Three female figures standing to right. The British lion crouched in the foreground. Reverse: 1862 / LONDINI / HONORIS / CAUSA all within a wreath, Edge: J. & J. FERGUSON CLASS XVII, BHM 2747, Eimer 1553, GVF
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 78mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Diademed, draped and veiled bust left, VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: Britannia seated left, upon seashore, holding crown aloft, British lion resting it's head on Britannia's knee, IN COMMEMORATION ANNO REGNI. To right LX upon a palm frond. Above 1837-1897. In Exergue: GOD / BLESS OUR QUEEN, 260.07 grammes, BHM 3581, EF with some flan stress marks in places, the obverse with some surface marks and thin scratches, comes with a blue presentation case
Lord Roberts - Relief of Bloemfontein and Pretoria 1900 45mm diameter in silver by F.Bowcher for Spink & Son., Obverse: Bust facing uniformed and holding a baton LORD ROBERTS, Reverse: Three British soldiers of the armed forces advancing right, are greeted by a soldier waving his hat, 1900, In exergue: BLOEMFONTEIN - PRETORIA, 58.95 grammes, Eimer 1844a, BHM 3678, NEF once gilded
Medals in bronze (26) 600th Anniversary of the Anglo-Portuguese Alliance 1973 90mm diameter by Vasco Bernardo, UNC, Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II 25th Anniversary 1978 by D. Cornell for the Royal Commonwealth Society, the reverse with 43 effigies of King and Queens of England back to Edward The Confessor, Lustrous UNC with Franklin Mint certificate, College of Arms Quincentenary Medal 1484-1984 by N. Mainwaring, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue, The Great Western Railway 150th Anniversary 1985 63mm diameter by R. Lowe, UNC, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, Queen's Award For Export 1987, 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint, UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue, no certificate, Dublin City Millennium 988-1988 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint (2) both UNC with Royal Mint certificates, one boxed, Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin 950th Anniversary 1988 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint, UNC with certificate, no box, Spanish Armada 400th Anniversary 1588-1988 63mm by The Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box with certificate, City of London 800 Years of Mayoralty 1989 63mm diameter in bronze by The Royal Mint, UNC in the box of issue with certificate, Mint Directors' Conference 1990 63mm diameter by J. Lobban, Eimer 2169, Toned UNC, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, Bicentenary of the Launch of the Original Lifeboat 1790-1990 63mm diameter, toned bronze UNC in the box of issue with certificate, France - Eurotunnel First Junction 1990 72mm diameter, UNC, no box or certificate, 350th Anniversary of the Birth of Sir Isaac Newton 1992 63mm diameter by the Royal Mint, Toned UNC, in the box of issue with certificate, Millennium of the Office of High Sheriff 63mm diameter 1992 by the Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, Tercentenary of the Birth of JohnHarrison 1693-1993 63mm diameter by the Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, Tower Bridge 1994 Centenary Medal 1894-1994 63mm diameter by I. Rank-Broadley, Eimer 2186, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, National Trust Centenary 1895-1995 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the box of issue with certificate, R.J.Mitchell - Designer of the Spitfire Aircraft, Centenary of His Birth 1895-1995 63mm diameter by Avril Vaughan/John Lobban, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, Women's Institutes Centenary 1897-1997 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the box of issue with certificate, Llantrisant - 650th Anniversary of the Granting of the Town Charter 63mm diameter, by The Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the box of issue, no certificate, The Order of St. John Centenary 1999, 63mm diameter, by The Royal Mint, Toned UNC, Millennium 2000 63mm diameter, by F.Powell, Eimer 2200 Lustrous UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, Dhruva Mistry Millennium Medal 2000 63mm diameter on a heavy flan of 188.63 grammes, Toned UNC, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, The British Museum 250th Anniversary 2003 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, 40th Anniversary of Decimalisation 2011 63mm diameter by The Royal Mint, in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Death of Princess Charlotte 1817 50mm diameter in bronze, by T. Webb and G. Mills Obverse: Draped bust of Princess Charlotte with hair in fillet and decorated with roses, facing three-quarter right. H.R.H. PRINCESS CHARLOTTE AUGUSTA. In Exergue: BORN JAN 7th 1796. / MARRIED MAY 2. / 1816. Reverse: Britannia seated left, weeping, by the British lion and a broken column, urn and clouds with rays behind, DIED . NOVVI . MDCCCVII. In Exergue: WEEP BRITAIN THOU HAST LOST / 'THE EXPECTANCY AND ROSE' / OF THE FAIR STATE. BHM 940, EF with some contact marks
Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 64mm diameter in White Metal by J. Davis, Obverse: Head of Victoria left, garlanded with roses, thistles and shamrocks. On a wide border: VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D: Reverse: On a raised stage, the Queen seated holding a sceptre and a orb is crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury. To the right she is proclaimed by the figures of Britannia, Scotia and Hibernia. To the left she is attended by Justice and Industry with a winged herald and cherub above, a lion, cornucopia and other symbolic objects below. H.M.G. MAJESTY VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819. ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20th 1837. In Exergue: CROWNED JUNE 28th 1838, 83 grammes, BHM 1807, NEF with some surface marks and thin scratches
Medals 20th Century (10) Tercentenary of the Revival of the Order of the Thistle 1987 63mm diameter in bronze by the Royal Mint, Battle of Waterloo 175th Anniversary 1990 63mm diameter in bronze by The Royal Mint, Intercity London to Bristol 1841-1991 63mm diameter in bronze gilt by The Royal Mint, Investiture of Prince Charles as The Prince of Wales 25th Anniversary 1994, 63mm diameter in toned bronze by The Royal Mint, National Museum of Wales - Opening of the Courtyard Galleries 1993 63mm diameter in toned bronze, by The Royal Mint, The Choice is Ours, undated 63mm diameter in bronze, by the Royal Mint, Centenary of the Women's Institute 1997 63mm diameter in toned bronze, Tercentenary of the Eddystone Lighthouse 1998 63mm diameter in toned bronze, by The Royal Mint, Dhuvra Mistry Millennium Medal undated (2000) 63mm diameter in toned bronze, The British Art Medal Society runner-up design which was also adopted for this Royal Mint Medal, Millennium Bronze Medal 2000 63mm diameter Reverse: Dandelion clock, by Felicity Powell, A/UNC to UNC, all in the Royal Mint boxes of issue, some with certificates
Medals 20th and 21st Century (9) Coronation of Edward VII 1902 Maidstone, Presented by Sir Francis Evans M.P. a local issue 39mm diameter in White metal, 16.51 grammes, Fine, holed, University of Sheffield 1905 39mm diameter in White Metal by Spink & Son. BHM 3909, 21.96 grammes, VF the reverse with some scratches, holed, Royal Visit and Opening of Alexandra Dock 1907 51mm diameter in bronze by Spiridion & Son, Cardiff, Eimer 1900, BHM 3945, 52.14 grammes, NEF, Royal Visit to the City of Cardiff, 1912 44mm diameter in white metal, , 19.00 grammes, NVF pierced for suspension, on suspension ring, British Empire Exhibition 1924 51mm diameter in bronze by B.Mackennal/P. Metcalfe, Eimer 1987, BHM 4193, 65.85 grammes, NEF with some scratches in the obverse field, General Strike Service Medal 1926 51mm diameter in bronze, Eimer 2003, BHM 4210, 61.86 grammes, matt finish, A/UNC with a spot in the reverse field, Coronation of Edward VIII 1937 44mm diameter in bronze, by Turner & Simpson, BHM 4308, 46.01 grammes, NEF with an edge knock and an edge bruise, Festival of Britain Yachting Regatta 1951 award medal, uninscribed, 45mm diameter in silvered bronze, 43.94 grammes, EF with some toning, Queen Elizabeth II 90th Birthday 2016 60mm diameter in bronze, by P. Nathan, 112.37 grammes, UNC
Medals a mixed group (14) 1897-1969 includes 1897 Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee, 39mm diameter in white metal BHM 3590, VF pierced for suspension, Medalet 1900 Queen Victoria Visit to Ireland 16mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension loop, 1901 Accession of Edward VII 28mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension loop, 1902 Coronation 35mm diameter by E. Fuchs, Eimer 1870 Good Fine, 1907 Opening of the Queen Alexandra Dock 51mm diameter by Spiridon & Son, Cardiff, Eimer 1900 GVF with patchy tone, 1911 Coronation of George V 32mm diameter in bronze, struck by the makers of Elect Cocoa UNC with suspension loop and ribbon, 1911 Coronation of George V - City of Birmingham issue 35mm diameter in bronze signed W.J.D GVF, pierced for suspension, 1935 George V Silver Jubilee Octagonal - County of Middlesex (2) the first 39mm diameter in white metal GVF with suspension loop, the second 32mm diameter in white metal EF, with suspension loop and ribbon, 1935 George V Silver Jubilee 35mm diameter in bronze Nottingham County Council Education committee GVF pierced for suspension, 1937 Coronation of Edward VIII 39mm diameter in base metal .British Made' EF pierced for suspension, 1937 Coronation of Edward VIII 39mm diameter in base metal 'British Made' Fine pierced for suspension with ribbon, 1969 Investiture of the Prince of Wales 31mm diameter in bronze Eimer 2116 EF and lustrous, and 1907 London County Council Punctual Attendance Medal awarded to K.Garbett EF
International Exhibition 1862 Prize Medal 77mm diameter in bronze by L.C. Wyon, Obverse: Britannia seated left, receiving gifts from kneeling figures. Three female figures standing to right. The British lion crouched in the foreground. Reverse: 1862 / LONDINI / HONORIS / CAUSA all within a wreath, Edge: P.C. LECKIE ASSOCIATE JUROR CLASS XX, BHM 2747, Eimer 1553, GVF, the obverse with some verdigris
International Exhibition 1862 Prize Medal 77mm diameter in bronze by L.C. Wyon, Obverse: Britannia seated left, receiving gifts from kneeling figures. Three female figures standing to right. The British lion crouched in the foreground. Reverse: 1862 / LONDINI / HONORIS / CAUSA all within a wreath, Edge: J.M. & H. CRONMIRE. CLASS XXIX. 217.15 grammes, BHM 2747, Eimer 1553, GVF with a few small spots and a heavier contact mark on the reverse
Medals - Tower Mint (47) Nickel Silver (42) and Bronze (5) the vast majority are 44mm diameter issues, Nickel Silver issues as follows:- Osborne House (2), The Tower of London (3), Edinburgh Castle (2), Windsor Castle, Windsor Castle - St. George's Chapel, St. Paul's Cathedral, York Minster, Richmond Castle, Balmoral Castle, Stirling Castle (2), Sandringham (2), Whitby Abbey, Selby Abbey, Rievaulx Abbey, Fountains Abbey, Canterbury Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral, Durham Cathedral, Chester Cathedral, Alnwick Castle, Bronte Parsonage, Holyrood House Abbey & Palace, Broadlands - Home of Lord Mountbatten, 1981 Royal Wedding Edition (2), St. Paul's Cathedral - 1981 Royal Wedding Edition, Metropolitan Police (2), Queen Elizabeth II Ship, HMS Belfast, John Wesley 250th, Great Railway Exhibition 1980, The Royal Scottish Legion, Cabinet War Rooms, British Legion Diamond Jubilee 1981, Salisbury Cathedral Seal of the Dean and Charter, Wells cathedral - Seal of the Dean and Charter, Bronze issues (5) Mary Queen of Scots, City of Bath, Canterbury CathedralWindsor Castle and Portsmouth - Flagship of Maritime England, EF to Lustrous UNC in the boxes of issue
Medals (3) Death of Taylor Combe 1826 45mm diameter in bronze by W.J.Taylor, after B. Pistrucci, Obverse: Bare head left, Reverse: Inscription within a wreath TAYLOR COMBE / M.A. / SEC. ROY. SOC. / DIRECT. SOC. ANT. / KEEPER OF COINS / & ANTIQUITIES / BRITISH MUSEUM / DIED 1826 / AGED 52, BHM 1258, Eimer 1184, EF , Lambert Jones Laudatory medal 1849 64mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon. Obverse: Bare head of Lambert Jones , right, R. LAMBERT JONES A.D.MDCCCXLIX. Reverse: Legend in 7 lines within a wreath tied with bow. PRESENTED BY HIS / GRATEFUL FELLOW CITIZENS / TO COMMEMORATE EXERTIONS / IN WHICH THE CITY OF LONDON / WAS IMPROVED ART ENCOURAGED / HEALTH & CONVENIENCE / PROMOTED, upon the bow: CONSCIA MENS RECTI, BHM 2349, Eimer 1438, VF, Science and Art Prize Medal 1856 53mm diameter in copper Obverse: Victoria Young head VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QVEEN MDCCCLVI, Reverse: NATIONAL MEDAL FOR SVCCESS IN ART AWARDED BY THE SCIENCE AND ART DEPARTMENT, edge: ALFRED JONES, SUBJECT 23rd 1894, NEF cleaned, in the box of issue
British Arts Society bronze medal 76mm diameter in cast bronze, by Zoe Pearce, undated (2018) a limpet on a rock face, uniface UNC boxed, only 35 medals minted, along with a bowl-shaped statuette 76mm diameter with small ball-bearing, presumably representing a pearl in a shell , as made, unboxed
Italy Battista (born 1486-1487) Sarraco, secretary of Ercole II d'Este and poet, aged 70, 1556, uniface portrait medal 73mm diameter in cast bronze, by Pastorino de pastorini (c.1508-1596) Obverse: Bust right in fur collar, BAPTISTA SARRACVSAGEN ANN LXX, contained within a close fitting retaining brass collar, a soft aftercast, comparable to the British Museum example, NVF the brass border appears contemporary with the medal
Procession of Loyal Britons To Tipton Church 1811 54mm diameter in White Metal by Patrick, Obverse: The King enthroned, left, holding orb and sceptre, the British lion crowns at his side, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE FIRST PUBLIC PROCESSION OF LOYAL / BRITONS TO TIPTON NEW CHURCH JULY 8TH ANNON DOMINE 1811. In Exergue: GOD SAVE THE KING, Reverse: Britannia seated right upon rocks holding an olive branch, ships at sea, UNION IS THE BOND OF SOCIETY. In Exergue: AMITY 55.12 grammes, BHM 722 Good Fine with some scratches and surface marks, Leicester Pitt Club 1814 48mm diameter in silver, Obverse: Bare head of William Pitt left NON SIBI SED PATRIAE VIXIT, NVF/VF, the reverse with deeper scratches within the wreath, BHM 835 NVF in original suspension loop
Medals and Tokens a varied group (14) Opening of the Crystal Palace 1854 63mm diameter in bronze by G.G. Adams, Good Fine, cleaned, Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 25mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue GEF toned, in the Royal Mint envelope, British India Steam Navigation Co. Ltd Centenary 1856-1956 38mm diameter in silver, EF hallmarked, comes with button from their uniform, Lord Kitchener 1916, 27mm in bronze by Legastelois, EF with suspension mount at the top, British Empire Union 1924 Reverse: Empire day May 24th 33mm diameter in bronze VF cleaned, France Ministry of Agriculture Jury Medal, undated, 50mm diameter in bronze, Miniature medal British Empire for Meritorious Service, George VI EF, Prize Medals (2) Sports- 400 Yards Relay to Bdsm. H. Dawson EF in a presentation box, Industry - Imperial Chemical Industries Ltd. presented to B. Dexter for 31 Years Service, 18.3 grammes of 0.925 silver, enamelled NEF/EF boxed, The Changing Face of Britain's Coinage completer medal 28.28 grammes of 0.925 silver Proof nFDC in London Mint Office box with certificate, Tokens (4) Halfpenny 18th Century Lincolnshire - Spalding 1794 Fine, Halfpennies 19th Century (3) Newton Silversmiths and Jewellers (2) both Fine, one cleaned, Essex - Walthamstow 1811 Reverse: Britannia within a wreath, Near Fine, along with a group of buttons (14) all with Britannia designs, includes Bank of England designs (4) and a Bank of England rectangular dish 123mm x 95mm with Britannia logo
International Exhibition 1862 Prize medal, 77mm diameter in bronze by L.C. Wyon, after a design by D. Maclise, Obverse: Britannia seated left receiving gifts from kneeling figures, Three female figures stand to right, with the British lion crouched in the foreground, Reverse: Inscription within a closed wreath: 1862 / LONDINI / HONORIS / CAUSA in four lines, , On edge: C. LESOBRE. CLASS VII. 222.80 grammes, BHM 2747, Eimer 1553, NEF with some small spots
British Victories in the Peninsular War 1810 50mm in bronze, by T.Wyon Jnr. Obverse: Bust right, LIEUT. GEN. LORD. VISCOUNT WELLINGTON. K.B.MDCCCX, Reverse: Victory standing right, upon a rock, a fallen French standard at her feet, BHM 699, Eimer 1010, 67.40 grammes, VF
ImperialService Medal, George VI type, awarded to Ernest Lake Staples, NEF/EF cleaned and retoned, in the Royal Mint box of issue, World War IBritish War Medal awarded to 36764 Pte. W.L. Sewell. K.R.RIF.C. , NEF, Victory Medal 1914-1919 awarded to M2-049467 Pte. H.H. Castle A.S.C. EF, World War I pair miniatures, mounted, for wearing, British Red Cross Society - For War Service 1914-1918 Reverse: INTER ARMA CARITAS EF, and Cap Badge South Wales Borderers with Egypt SWB emblem, VF with the rear clips missing
Joseph Chamberlain, Visit to South Africa 1903, 51mm diameter in silvered bronze by J. Fray, Obverse: Bust facing, draped, wearing a monocle. THERIGHT HON. J. CHAMBERLAIN M.P. Reverse: Peace standing left, her arm outstretched towards sun, inscribed UNITY and rising over the horizon. Steamship H.M.S. Good Hope at sea. SOUTH AFRICA 1903. A cartouche below, inscribed : I GO TO S.AFRICA WITH THE MOST EARNEST DESIRE TO BRING TOGETHER THE PEOPLE INTO ONE GREAT AFRICAN NATION UNDER THE BRITISH FLAG, 53.34 grammes, Eimer 1876, BHM 3888, EF. Note: Joseph Chamberlain, father of Neville Chamberlain, was the first Secretary of State to visit an overseas colony on political matters
Modern Medals (9) Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh Visit To Paris 1957 72mm diameter in bronze, Monnaie de Paris restrike UNC boxed with certificate, World War II 40th Anniversary 1985 63mm diameter in bronze, by the Royal Mint, Lustrous UNC, boxed with certificate, Bank of England Museum Medal 44mm diameter in base metal UNC boxed, France 50th Anniversary of the Entente Cordiale 1954 66mm diameter in bronze by H. Dropsy, EF, Crown medal 1979 Margaret Thatcher in gold plated silver Proof nFDC with certificate, Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1897 45mm diameter in gilt White Metal? NEF, Bronze medal undated Obverse: Britain, Reverse British Assauilt Rifle SA80 EF with coloured Union Jack on either side, Bronze Medal 38mm diameter The NorfolkRegiment, uniface, EF with suspension loop attached, and Advertising Token 38mm diameter in White metal, Matchless Metal Polish Obverse: Britannia seated, Reverse the calendar for 1901
George IV and William IV related (4) George IV Visit to Ireland 1821 34mm diameter in white Metal by J.G. Hancock, Obverse: Bust left, draped, GEORGE IV ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JAN 29. 1820, Reverse: IRELAND HAILS WITH JOY THE VISIT OF HER SOVEREIGN. AUGUST 1821. 15.40 grammes, BHM 1117, NVF pierced for suspension, Death of George IV 1830 35mm diameter in White metal by W. Bain, Obverse: Draped laureate Bust left GEORGE IV ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JAN 29. 1820, Reverse: A crowned coffin on a plinth, coffin inscribed DIED / JUNE 26 / 1830, 14.27 grammes, BHM 1372, About VF, Accession of William IV 1830 35mm diameter, unsigned, Obverse: Bust of William IV left WILLIAM IV ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONEJUNE 26 1830. Reverse: Bust of Queen Adelaide draped, right HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY QUEEN ADELAIDE, BHM 1427, 15.41 grammes, GVF with some surface marks, listed as RR by BHM, Coronation of William IV 1831 28mm diameter in brass Obverse: King William IV and Queen Adelaide standing by an altar . PROCLAIMED JUNE 28 1830, In Exergue, W & A / CROWNED SEPr 8. 1831, Reverse: CROWNED WITH THEIR PEOPLE'S LOVE. GUARDED BY A NATION'S LOYALTY, HALLOWED BY THEIR COUNTRIES BLESSING . BHM 1506 VF
Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 39mm diameter in white metal by Allen & Moore, Eimer 2480, Obverse: Bust of the Duke left, Reverse: Crossed flags entwined within a wreath, behind a plinth inscribed WATERLOO, A/UNC and lustrous (2)SEAP games 1973 51mm diameter, 32.38 grammes, in 50% silver Lustrous UNC in a slide case, Medalet 'BY THE MERCY OF GOD' AUG.14 MADRID 1812 EF, Exhibition Medals (2) Glasgow Exhibition 1901 Near VF with suspension loop at the top, British Empire Exhibition Wembley 1924, NEF with a suspension loop at the top
In White Metal (3) Coronation of William IV 47mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: Conjoined busts right, draped, HIS MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY WILLIAM IV AND QUEEN ADELAIDE, Reverse: A Ship sailing towards Britannia and the British Lion on shore, CROWN'D AT WESTMINSTER ABBEY SEPr. 8. 1831 In Exergue: KING WILLIAM IV / AND / QUEEN ADELAIDE, 35.61 grammes, BHM 1497, VF/GVF with an edge knock by ADELAIDE, Death of The Duke of Wellington 1852 51mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Uniformed bust of the Duke left, ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: Britannia standing weeping before a funerary plaque and trophy of arms, WELLINGTON / BORN / MAY 1 1769 / DIED / SEPr. 14 1852. Victory kneeling to right, British Lion crouched to fore. BRITANNIA MOURNS HER HERO NOW AT REST, In Exergue WATERLOO / JUNE 18 1885, 36.76 grammes, BHM 2476, NEF, International Exhibition 1862 51mm diameter in White Metal by Pinches, Obverse: Exterior view of the Exhibition buildings on a plinth inscribed WEST FRONT, Above: INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION. In Exergue: OPENED MAY 1st. MDCCCLXII, Reverse: Britannia seated holding flag, attended by Commerce holding flag inscribed EUROPE / ASIA / AFRICA / AMERICA / AUSTRALASIA, 38.59 grammes, BHM 2739 VF with some contact marks
William Betty 1804 45mm diameter in Pewter by J. Westwood, Obverse: Bust facing, turned to right, draped, WILLIAM HENRY WEST BETTY. / BORN 13th SEPTr. 1791, Reverse: Inscription in 12 lines within an open wreath BRITISH / TRAGEDIAN / WITH / FEELING / AND PROPRIETY / HE / ASTONISHES THE / JUDICIOUS / OBSERVERS OF / HUMAN / NATURE / 1804, 32.28 grammes, BHM 560, Good Fine, listed as Rare by BHM
Prince James (III) Attempted Invasion of Scotland 1708 (2) the first 38mm diameter in silver, by N. Roettier, Obverse: Bust right draped CVIVS . EST. Whose (image) is this? Reverse: Map of the British Isles marked BRIT SCOT and HIE with ships around the coast, the Capital cities marked by their initial letters, L, D and E, REDDITE on a banner above, 20.53 grammes, Fine with old gilding, The second similar but 38mm diameter in bronze, 16.43 grammes, EF with some spots and a darker area of toning on the reverse, we note Eimer lists only a 30mm medal of this type
British Victories in the Peninsular War 1810 50mm in bronze, by T.Wyon Jnr. Obverse: Bust right, LIEUT. GEN. LORD. VISCOUNT WELLINGTON. K.B.MDCCCX, Reverse: Victory standing right, upon a rock, a fallen French standard at her feet, BHM 699, Eimer 1010, 62.90 grammes, EF the reverse with some minor surface marks and a spot on the shield, boxed
Mons Star group of three, awarded to S-1140 Sjt. T. Ball, 1/E Surr. Regt. 1914 Star with Mons clasp, British War Medal and Victory Medals, EF to GEF, along with Queen's South Africa Medal with three clasps Cape Colony, South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902 awarded to Sjt T.Ball, EF nicely toned, includes some original paper envelopes
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
Battle of Albuera 1811 41mm diameter in bronze, by T. Webb and N.G.A. Brenet, Obverse: Bust right uniformed MARSHAL GEN.LORD BERESFORD, Reverse: A Polish lancer attacks a British Infantryman. BATTLE OF ALBUERA XVI. MAY MDCCCXI, BHM 718, Eimer 1017, 40.06 grammes, A/UNC with a few tiny rim nicks
Coinex Silver Medal 1988 65mm diameter 5oz silver by the Royal Mint, Obverse: Britannia seated left with trident BRITISH NUMISMATIC TRADE ASSOCIATION COINEX 1988 Reverse: English and Dutch sailing vessels and a conjoined portrait of William and Mary with 1688-1988 below. .999 5 OUNCES FINE below. Proof FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue, the accompanying certificate states the medal in struck in .999 silver, and also that it is hallmarked .958 silver. Only 500 pieces minted.
Preliminaries For The Peace of Amiens 1801 38mm in copper by H. Kettle, Obverse: Oval Shield on crossed swords, PRELIMINARIES OF PEACE BETWEEN GRETA BRITAIN AND FRANCE SIGNED OCTOBER 1st 1801, Reverse: Peace standing on a quay holding an olive branch and emptying a cornucopia, bales at her side, ships at sea, THEY SHALL PROSPER THAT LOVE THEE, ears of corn in exergue. BHM 516. 28.25 grammes, NEF, Peace of Amiens 1802 38mm diameter in Copper by J.G. Hancock, Obverse Bust left, uniformed MARQUIS CORNWALLIS BRITISH PLENIPOTENTIARY AT AMIENS. Reverse Britannia seated beside a cherub, holds a tablet inscribed AD (dington) H (awkesbury) COR (nwallis) BUO (naparte) A medallion of George III on her lap. POST NUBILA PHOEBUS. Exergue DEFINITIVE TREATY CONCLUDED 1802, BHM 539, 30.36 grammes, EF with some spots and contact marks, Death of Caroline 1731 Dassier’s “Kings and Queens of England” Series, 40mm diameter in bronze, CAROLINA · D · G · MAG · BR · FR · ET · HIB · REG ·, draped bust right, wearing stephane; J · DASSIER below / DILECTA DEO ET HOMINIBUS. (Beloved to God and men), Charity seated facing slightly right on knoll, head downward to left, holding nursing infant in lap and extending hand to child to right standing facing. reading from book; to left, child on knoll peering at Charity from behind; child seated right on ground, writing document with quill; I · D · in exergue. 31.09 grammes GVF
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
Coinex Silver Medal 1988 65mm diameter 5oz silver by the Royal Mint, Obverse: Britannia seated left with trident BRITISH NUMISMATIC TRADE ASSOCIATION COINEX 1988 Reverse: English and Dutch sailing vessels and a conjoined portrait of William and Mary with 1688-1988 below. .999 5 OUNCES FINE below. Proof FDC in the Royal Mint box of issue, the accompanying certificate states the medal in struck in .999 silver, and also that it is hallmarked .958 silver. Only 500 pieces minted.
Earl Spencer, First Lord of the Admiralty 1799, 38mm diameter in copper by T. Wyon Sr. Obverse: Bust of Earl Spencer left wearing naval uniform EARL SPENCER FRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY, Below : APPOINTED MAR 9. 1795, Reverse: Victory standing, blowing a trumpet, DECORI DECUS ADDIT AVITO. In Exergue: UNDER WISE COUNSELS / THE BRITISH NAVY / TRIUMPHS. / MDCCXCIX. in four lines, BHM 471, 26.04 grammes, About EF with a few small spots
The S.S. Maine Hospital Ship 1899, 44mm diameter in White metal, unsigned, Obverse: Crossed Union Jack and Stars and Stripes within a lifebelt inscribed S.S. MAINE within a roseate. Above: FOR THE AMERICAN LADIES HOSPITAL SHIP FUND, Below: CHAIRMAN, LADY R. CHURCHILL , HON. SEC. MRS. A. BLOW HON TRES. MRS. RONALDS, On a wide border around: FITTED AS A HOSPITAL SHIP BY MESSRS FLETCHER SON & FEARNALL LTD. LONDON, Reverse: Starboard view of the ship. Above: S.S. MAINE, Below: BERNARD N. BAKER ESQ. 1899. On a wide border around: -O- LENT TO BRITISH GOVT FOR USA IN TRANSVAAL WAR BY PRES. OF ATLANTIC TRANSPORT COY, 30.44 grammes, BHM 3650, Eimer 1831, EF and lustrous with a minor scratch by the ship
Lord Roberts - Relief of Bloemfontein and Pretoria 1900 45mm diameter in bronze by F.Bowcher for Spink & Son., Obverse: Bust facing uniformed and holding a baton LORD ROBERTS, Reverse: Three British soldiers of the armed forces advancing right, are greeted by a soldier waving his hat, 1900, In exergue: BLOEMFONTEIN - PRETORIA., 41.36 grammes, Eimer 1844a, BHM 3678, UNC or near so with some minor handling marks
Battle of Cape St. Vincent 1797 38mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon Snr. Obverse: Bust almost facing, EARL St. VINCENT DEFEATED THE SPANISH FLEET, Reverse: Two infant genii display an earl's coronet and British ensign above the sea, VALOUR REWARDED. In Exergue: FEB 14 1797 FOUR SHIPS TAKEN OFF CAPE St. VINCENT in 3 lines, BHM 433, Eimer 883, 29.58 grammes, NEF with a flan flaw on the obverse
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
Earl Spencer, First Lord of the Admiralty 1799, 38mm diameter in White Metal by T. Wyon Sr. Obverse: Bust of Earl Spencer left wearing naval uniform EARL SPENCER FRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY, Below : APPOINTED MAR 9. 1795, Reverse: Victory standing, blowing a trumpet, DECORI DECUS ADDIT AVITO. In Exergue: UNDER WISE COUNSELS / THE BRITISH NAVY / TRIUMPHS. / MDCCXCIX. in four lines, BHM 471, 23.68 grammes, Near EF with some contact marks and hairlines
The Reform Bill 1832 39mm diameter in copper by T. Halliday, Obverse: Conjoined heads of Earl Grey, Lord Russell and Lord Brougham, left, GREY RUSSELL BROUGHAM . THE CONFIDENCE OF THE PEOPLE, Reverse: The British lion trampling upon a Hydra, CORRUPTION DESTROYED. PURITY RESTORED. Below: THE / REFORM BILL / PASSED JUNE 7. 1832, 20.69 grammes, BHM 1597, GEF with some small spots
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
Prince Charles, The Young Pretender 1745, 42mm diameter in copper by C.N. Roettier, Obverse: Bust right, CAROLUS WALLIAE PRINCEPS 1745, Reverse: Britannia standing on the shore, regards an approaching fleet, her hand resting upon the shield of St. George, which partially reveals a globe marked with the British Isles. AMOR ET SPES. In Exergue: BRITANNIA, 27.07 grammes, Eimer 595, NVF/VF with a spot on Britannia's drapery
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.
Loss of Minorca 1756 34mm diameter in brass, unsigned, Obverse: A half-length figure facing holding a staff and British flag, a fort firing cannons, to right, a ship BRAVE . BLAKENEY REWARD. In Exergue: BUT TO B GIVE A CORD in two lines, Reverse: Half Length figure of John Byng left, receiving a purse. A ship to right, Reverse: WAS (incuse) MINORCA SOLD BY (incuse) B (incuse) In exergue: FOR . FRENCH . GOLD, 11.87 grammes, Eimer 653, Near Fine with surface marks and edge knocks. The incuse lettering a later addition as worn in these areas. Note: John Byng (1704-1757) Admiral, gave up Minorca to the French after little resistance and was court-marshalled and subsequently shot. William Blakeney, Deputy Governor of Minorca was acclaimed on his return to England and given a baronetcy
British Victories 1798, 48mm diameter in copper by C.H.Kuchler, Obverse: bust left, armoured and draped, GEORGIUS III . D:G. M. BR. FR. ET. H. REX. Reverse: Britannia seated right, amongst arms and trophies, holds up a figure of Victory. MARI VICTRIX. TERRAQUE . INVICTA. In Exergue: AVITUM TRANSCENDIT HONOREM MDCCXCVIII. BHM 458, Eimer 897, 53.68 grammes, About EF with some spots and surface marks
Surrender of Napoleon 1815 41mm diameter in bronze by Brenet, a modern restrike (c.1971-1974) Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, NAPOLEON EMP. ET ROI., Reverse: A fully rigged British ship SURRENDERED TO H.B.M.S. BELLEROPHON CAPT. MAITLAND. Exergue: XV JULY MDCCCXV, as BHM 889, Eimer 1078, 37.48 grammes, EF
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
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
Capture of Portobello 1739 39mm diameter in pinchbeck, Obverse Admiral Vernon full length in frock-coat, facing right, holding sword and staff, cannon and ship behind, THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV'D BT ADMIRAL VERИOИ, Reverse: Six ships entering Portobello harbour, HE TOOK PORTO BELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY, 20.39 grammes, Fine. Battle of Culloden 1746 Obverse Bust right armoured, WILL DUKE CUMB BRITISH HERO, Reverse: A Battle scene REBELLION JUSTLY REWARDED Exergue: AT CULLODEN 16.APR.1746, 10.75 grammes, Near Fine. Canada Medal 1914 39mm diameter in lead? Camp Valcartier, Canadian Training Base, Obverse: Three Musketeers, Reverse: the names of the Allies on a Maple leaf, 24.23 grammes, Fine
Battle of the Nile, Davison's Medal 1798 47mm diameter in bronze, by C.H.Kuchler, Obverse: Hope standing on a rocky promontory, left, holding an oval medallion of Nelson, inscribed EUROPE'S HOPE AND BRITAIN'S GLORY. Beyond: An open sea. REAR - ADMIRAL LORD ELSON OF THE NILE. Reverse: A British fleet assembled in Aboukir Bay prepares to engage the French. ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED HIS MAJESTY'S ARMS. In Exergue: VICTORY OF THE NILE . AUGUST 1 1798. Edge: A TRIBUTE OF REGARD = ALEXR. DAVISON. ESQR. ST.JAMES SQUARE (incuse), BHM 447, Eimer 890, 39.92 grammes, EF
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.
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
The Queens of The British Isles a 9-piece set each 45mm diameter in silver by The Birmingham Mint, depicting Margaret, maid of Norway 1283-1290, Queen Mary I 1516-1558, Queen Elizabeth I 1533-1603, Lady Jane Grey 1537-1554, Mary, Queen of Scots 1542-1587, Queen Mary II 1662-1694, Queen Anne 1665-1714, Queen Victoria 1819-1901, and Queen Elizabeth II A/UNC to UNC with prooflike fields, most with some toning, in the wooden box of issue with Birmingham Mint letter
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
Franco-British Exhibition medal 1908 51mm diameter in 9 carat gold, by F. Bowcher, Obverse: A winged female figure of Peace encourages the alliance between Britain and France, seated facing one another, LONDON MDCCCCVIII, Reverse: A female figure standing right, her arm aloft, regards a plaque(with recipient's name J.CAMPBELL BROWN. D.Sc.L.L.D.) with exhibition buildings beyond FRANCO BRITISH EXHIBITION. 69.16 grammes, Eimer 1903b, BHM 3960, UNC with matt finish, in the P. Vaughton & Sons red box of issue. Cataloguers note: The exhibition was held on a newly-prepared site at White City, West London. Others to be held there and for which medals were awarded, include the Japan-British Exhibition in 1910, and the Anglo-American Exhibition in 1914. James Campbell Brown was born in Aberdeen. His father George Brown worked as a chemical manufacturer in London at Bow Common Alum Works. Brown was educated at the Old Aberdeen Gymnasium under Dr. Alexander Anderson, then at the Marischal College. In 1863 he joined the Royal College of Chemistry, London. He graduated with a BSc in 1867 and received a University scholarship leading to a doctorate in 1870. He taught Chemistry at Aberdeen and then went on to lecture at the Liverpool Royal Infirmary School of Medicine. He also taught at the School of Medicine in Liverpool. Campbell was involved in the creation of the University of Liverpool. He was also involved in water quality studies for the City of Liverpool Water Works. As a specialist also on forensic chemistry he was often called as an expert in court cases. He died in 1910, and after his death his book 'History of Chemistry From The Earliest Times' was published.
Transport, a group of three to J.C. Kerkham Transport Medal 1899-1902 with China 1900 clasp (to J.C. Kerkham), British War Medal (to Lt.Commr. J.C.Kerkham R.N.R.) and RoyalNaval Reserve Decoration George V, this with hallmarks for London, 1916, first two GVF cleaned, last about EF, on a mounting bar for wearing. The Transport medal was the last of the medals associated with the major conflicts of the 19th Century , and was awarded to officers of the merchant vessels used to carry troops and supplies to the wars in China and South Africa. The medal was discontinued on 4/8/2014 on the outbreak of World War I. Only 322 medals were awarded with the China clasp
Great BritishRegiments, an impressive collection, by the Birmingham Mint, housed in a large wooden lockable box, with key containing 52 x 50 mm medals, each depicting a Regiment in active service and the details of their achievements, along with a cap badge for each regiment, each medal around 45 grammes of sterling silver, Prooflike UNC to nFDC some with toning, in the impressive wooden box of issue, 43 with certificates, comes with informative booklet, along with an additional medal and five additional cap badges
BritishSouth Africa Company medal, in silver with Rhodesia reverse 1896, awarded to Lieut. G.V. Turnbull, EF cleaned, miniature British South Africa Company Medal with Mashonaland 1897 Reverse EF cleaned, along with medal for the South African & International Exhibition 1792 45mm diameter in bronze, unissued, Reverse: A miner standing before a mine. VF cleaned, a South Africa constabulary button and British South Africa Company cap badge, along with gold-coloured pocket watch (second hand detached, no glass) engraved 'I Saved The King' on a banner with bull below. named GEO.VAIR. TURNBULL, all but the watch on a pin board for display, easily detachable, the bronze medal glued on part of the rim
Death of Princess Charlotte 1817 50mm diameter in silver, by T. Webb and G. Mills Obverse: Draped bust of Princess Charlotte with hair in fillet and decorated with roses, facing three-quarter right. H.R.H. PRINCESS CHARLOTTE AUGUSTA. In Exergue: BORN JAN 7th 1796. / MARRIED MAY 2. / 1816. Reverse: Britannia seated left, weeping, by the British lion and a broken column, urn and clouds with rays behind, DIED . NOVVI . MDCCCVII. In Exergue: WEEP BRITAIN THOU HAST LOST / 'THE EXPECTANCY AND ROSE' / OF THE FAIR STATE. BHM 940, 51.98 grammes, UNC with minor cabinet friction displaying a colourful underlying tone, rated R by BHM
British Victories 1704 40mm diameter in silver by G.Hautsch Obverse: Bust left, draped, ANNA D.G.MAG. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REGINA Reverse: Britannia Seated beneath a palm tree decorated with three shields, inscribed DE GALL ET BAVA AD DONAWERD / GERMANIA LIBERATA HOSTIB FVGAT / DE GALL ET BAVAITER AD HOCHSTAD beyond; GIBRALTAR and a fleet. DIVES TRIVUMPHIS ANGLIA, Exergue: FRETO GADITAN. OCCVPAT. CLASSE. GALL. FVGATA. MDCCIV. Edge: IN OMNI GENTE. QVAE ADVIERIT NOMENTVVM MAGNIFICABITVR SVPER TE DEVS ISRAEL.IVDITH. XIII 31, MI ii 270/70, Eimer 411, 26.04 grammes, GVF the obverse with some old scratches and some hairlines in the fields, only the second such example we have offered
British Victories 1798, 48mm diameter by C.H.Kuchler, Obverse: bust left, armoured and draped, GEORGIUS III . D:G. M. BR. FR. ET. H. REX. Reverse: Britannia seated right, amongst arms and trophies, holds up a figure of Victory. MARI VICTRIX. TERRAQUE . INVICTA. In Exergue: AVITUM TRANSCENDIT HONOREM MDCCXCVIII. BHM 458, Eimer 897, 52.11 grammes, UNC with some minor contact marks
Capture of Seringapatam 1799 41mm diameter in bronze, by G. Mills/ N.G.A. Brenet, Obverse: Bust left MARQs. WELLESLEY GOVR AND CAPTN. GENL. OF INDIA, Reverse: two British soldiers, one holding a standard, the attacking a native, In Exergue: SERINGAPATAM MAY IVth MDCCLXXXXIX, BHM 478. Eimer 904, 39.79 grammes, EF the reverse with some spots
Prince Frederick elected Bishop of Osnabruck 1764, 41mm diameter in silver, by T. Pingo, Obverse: Britannia seated, almost facing, leaning against the British shield, at a table on which rests a mitre, and crozier, SPES PVBLICA, Reverse: legend in 9 lines, ANNVENTE / GERGIO TERTIO / M.BRIT.FR.H.R.F.D. / D.BRVNSW. ET . LVNEB. / S.R.I.A.TH. ET. ELECT. / PATRE ET REGE OPT. / POSTVLATVS EPISC. / XXVII / FEBRVARII / MDCCLXIV, around: FREDERICVS M. BRIT . EPISCOPVS . ONSABRVG D. BR . ET . LVN. BHM 90, Eimer 706, 26.64 grammes, EF the obverse with touches of multicoloured tone
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
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
Death of the Duke of York 1827 76mm diameter in bronze by I. Parkes, Obverse: Draped bust of the Duke of York facing, head three-quarters left. FREDERICK DUKE OF YORK AND ALBANY Below: A pillar of the protestant faith, a Bulwark to the British Army, / Intrepid, Uncompromising, & Consistent, Gratitude has raised his / Monument and Loyalty penned his epitaph. Reverse: Fame holding open scroll and trumpet above epitaph. Scroll inscribed: I have been brought / up from my early / years in these prin / ciples; and from / the time when I / began to reason for / myself I have enter / tained them from / conviction and in / every situation in / which I may be pla / ced I will Maintain / the so help me God. Monument inscribed: 'These sentiments were not ssed' in a political senseand fr(o)m preju / diceand party feelings, but they / 'were firmly fixed in his mind, and / 'were the result of due consideration / 'and conviction, and produced by 'AN EARNEST SOLICITUDE / FOR THE CONTINUED / WELFARE OF HIS COUNTRY. Obit Jan 5. MDCCCXXVII. BHM 1282, 167.05g, GEF/EF an impressive piece, the obverse in high relief
Death of Princess Charlotte 1817 50mm diameter in bronze, by T. Webb and G. Mills Obverse: Draped bust of Princess Charlotte with hair in fillet and decorated with roses, facing three-quarter right. H.R.H. PRINCESS CHARLOTTE AUGUSTA. In Exergue: BORN JAN 7th 1796. / MARRIED MAY 2. / 1816. Reverse: Britannia seated left, weeping, by the British lion and a broken column, urn and clouds with rays behind, DIED . NOVVI . MDCCCVII. In Exergue: WEEP BRITAIN THOU HAST LOST / 'THE EXPECTANCY AND ROSE' / OF THE FAIR STATE. BHM 940, 62.69 grammes, GEF
World War I trio British War Medal and Victory Medal, and 1914-1915 Star awarded to 3024 Pte. L. V. Hayward 23 - Lond. R, EF, Lawrence Victor Hayward was killed in action near Givenchy on May 26 1915, and is buried at Le Touet Memorial, France, along with World War I pair British War Medal and Victory Medal awarded to A-254470 Pte. N.S. Hayward A.S.C, EF, this on a pin bar for wearing, also World War II 1939-1945 Medal EF in box with Smith G. 2052/86 written on the lid
Battle of Camperdown 1797 49mm diameter in White metal, by J.G. Hancock. Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, ADAM LORD VISCOUNT DUNCAN ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE BORN JULY 1 1731, Reverse: a sailor nailing the Royal Standard to a ship's galland mast. OCTOBER 11 1797, with 24 SHIPS & 1198 GUNS DEFEATED THE DUTCH FLEET of 26 SHIPS & 1259 GUNS 5 SHIPS & 529 GUNS TAKEN. In Exergue: HEROIC COURAGE PROTECTS THE BRITISH FLAG, BHM 426, Eimer 884, 47.73 grammes, NEF
Battle of Cape St. Vincent 1797 38mm diameter in bronze by T.Wyon Snr. Obverse: Bust almost facing, EARL St. VINCENT DEFEATED THE SPANISH FLEET, Reverse: Two infant genii display an earl's coronet and British ensign above the sea, VALOUR REWARDED. In Exergue: FEB 14 1797 FOUR SHIPS TAKEN OFF CAPE St. VINCENT in 3 lines, BHM 433, Eimer 883, 28.90 grammes, GEF with a small flan flaw on the obverse
William Betty 1804 45mm diameter in bronze, by J. Westwood, Obverse: Bust right, draped, WILLM HENRY WEST BETTY BORN 13TH SEPTR 1791, Reverse: BRITISH TRAGEDIAN WITH FEELING AND PROPIETY HE ASTONISHES THE JUDICIOUS OBSERVERS OF HUMAN NATURE 1804, in 12 lines, all within a wreath, BHM 560, 39.26 grammes, NEF the reverse with some verdigris in places
World War I pair British War medal and 1914-15 Star, awarded to Lt.R.F.Symonds 5th Infantry, Near EF, He also served in the Boer War, then as Lieutenant in the Kaffrarian Rifles during World War I, later Captain and Town Clerk of Cathcart. Comes with copy of portrait photo, and biography in South Africa's Who's Who 1940, plus details of the Kaffrarian Rifles in World War I, World War I British War Medal awarded to W.G.Symond R.A. EF toned, comes with copy of service record, details of AWOL, copy of discharge papers, and copy of entitlement list for the Victory Medal and/or British War Medal and War Badge, also copies of entries on the Birth register, Electoral Register and Death Register, World war I Victory Medal awarded to 204277 Pte. G. Symonds. Rif. Brig GVF
Accession of Queen Victoria 1837 51mm diameter in White Metal by Ottley, BHM 1762, Obverse: Bust left, draped, head almost facing, HER MOST GRACIOUS MAJESTY VICTORIA, legend on a scroll, Reverse: BORN 24 MAY 1819 DAUGHTER OF HIS LATE ROYAL HIGHNESS EDWARD DUKE OF KENT in 7 lines within a wreath, ASCENDED THE BRITISH THRONE JUNE 20 1837 IN THE 19 ERA OF HER AGE, EF and lustrous with a few small spots
Medals (4) Admiral Vernon 1739 Obverse: Bust left, three-quarter length 36mm diameter in brass, THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV'D BY ADMIRAL VERNON, Reverse: Ships in Portobello harbour, HE TOOK PORTOBELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY Good Fine, Sinking of the Lusitania 1915 A/UNC boxed, 1852 Death of the Duke of Wellington/Callender medal showing all Sundays of 1853, 41mm diameter in White Metal Fine with some corrosion, Copper medalet 1905 Centenary of the Battle of Trafalgar, 16mm diameter, containing copper from the HMS Victory VF with loop mount at the top, and a gaming counter 1790 George III 'Spade' Guinea type Fine
Admiral Vernon Capture of Portobello 1739 (2) the first 37mm diameter Obverse: Half length portrait holding staff, THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV'D BY ADMIRAL VERNON, Reverse: Six ships entering Portobello harbour HE.TOOK.PORTO.BELLO.WITH.SIX SHIPS. ONLY, Fine, the second 40mm diameter, 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, Good Fine, Battle of Rosbach and Lissa 1757 Obverse :Left-facing Frederick II The Great on a warhorse his sword drawn, a forest, military encampment and the town of Lissa behind him, Reverse: An illustration of an intense battle scene, Exergue: ROSBACH. NOV. 5 1757, Bold Fine
Death of Taylor Combe 1826, 45mm diameter in bronze by W.J.Taylor, after B. Pistrucci, Eimer 1184, BHM 1258, Obverse: Bust of Combe left, Reverse: Legend in 9 lines within a wreath TAYLOR COMBE M.A. SEC. ROY. SOC. DIRECT. SOC. ANT. KEEPER OF COINS & ANTIQUITIES BRITISH MUSEUM DIED 1826 AGED 52, NEF/GEF the obverse lightly cleaned
Medals (6) Commemorative Medals (5) Queen Elizabeth II Coronation 1953 32mm diameter in silver EF toned, Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 32mm diameter in bronze Reverse: Four Generations of the BritishRoyal Family Good Fine, City of Birmingham Celebration of Peace Medal 1919 35mm diameter in bronze, pierced for suspension, Fine, George VSilver Jubilee 1935 38mm diameter in bronze VF pierced for suspension, Edward VIII Coronation 35mm diameter in bronze Reverse: IN COMMEMORATION EDWARD VIII 1937 Royal Arms and supporters above, wreath below, VF in a brooch mount, Prize medal 45mm diameter in bronze for Amateur Gardening, Reverse: PRESENTED BY AMATEUR GARDENING FOR MERIT IN HORTICULTURE VF
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
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 (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
British War Medal 1914-1918 awarded to Staff Nurse I.Ross Q.A.I.M.N.S.R. GVF, with no suspension bar, awards to Staff Nurses from World war I are seldom offered
Abolition of Slavery 1834 43mm diameter in White Metal by J.Davis. Obverse: IN COMMEMORATION / OF THE / EXTINCTION / OF / COLONIAL SLAVERY / THROUGHOUT THE / BRITISH DOMINIANS / IN THE REIGN OF / WILLIAM THE IV / AUGt 1 1834, BHM 1665, 26.55 grammes, Fine, pitted, holed for suspension
Medals (2) Royal Mint 1100 Years of Minting 63mm diameter in silver undated (struck 1986) Matt Finish UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate, The British Numismatic Society 2003 Silver Centenary Medal 44mm diameter in Matt Silver by the Royal Mint, Toned UNC in the Royal Mint box of issue with certificate
Lord Roberts - Relief of Bloemfontein and Pretoria 1900 45mm diameter in bronze by F.Bowcher for Spink & Son., Obverse: Bust facing uniformed and holding a baton LORD ROBERTS, Reverse: Three British soldiers of the armed forces advancing right, are greeted by a soldier waving his hat, 1900, In exergue: BLOEMFONTEIN - PRETORIA Eimer 1844a, BHM 3678, UNC or near so with some minor handling marks
Medals (7) many with a naval theme, comprising Battle of Trafalgar - Nelson Memorial 1805 53mm diameter in bronze by T.Webb (Reverse after J.Flaxman) Obverse; Bust left, HOR. VICECOM. NELSON. OB PATRIAM PVGNANDO MORT. OCT XXI. MDCCCV, Reverse: Bellona advancing right, across the sea towards galleys, IPSE. BELLE. FVLMEM, Eimer 957, BHM 577, EF with some small tone spots, Lord Nelson's Flagship 'Foudroyant' 38mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Bust facing, uniformed, head three-quarters left, HORATIO VISCOUNT NELSON, Exergue: BORN 29th SEPTEMBER 1758. DIED 21st OCTOBER 1805. Reverse: Ship at anchor without rigging, "FOUDROYANT" . LORD NELSON'S FLAGSHIP, Exergue: COMMENCED BUILDING 1789, LAUNCHED PLYMOUTH APRIL 1798. WRECKED AT BLACKPOOL JUNE 16th 1897. Eimer 1813, BHM 3613 VF, Liverpool Seamen's Friend Society undated 38mm diameter in bronze by Vaughton, Birmingham, Obverse: Bust of Nelson left, uniformed, LIVERPOOL SEAMEN'S FRIEND SOCIETY, Reverse: HMS Victory to the left FOR . THOSE . IN . PERIL ON . THE . SEA . Exergue FOUNDED 1820 UNC, nicely toned, Admiral Vernon 1739 (2) different types, the first in copper, Obverse: Full length figure of Vernon, holding baton and sword, ship and cannon behind, THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV'D BY ADMIRAL VERNON, Reverse: Six ships in Portobello harbour, HE . TOOK . PORTOBELLO . WITH . SIX . SHIPS . ONLY . Exergue NOV 22 1739, MI 538/19, unlisted by Eimer Fine, the second in bell metal, Obverse: Full; length figure of Vernon left anchor and cannon behind THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV'D BY ADMIRAL VERNON (reversed N's in legend) Reverse: Six ships in Portobello harbour, HE TOOK PORTOBELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY, Exergue: NOV 22 1739 (reversed N) Good Fine or better, France (2) Surrender of Napoleon 1815 41mm diameter in bronze, by Brenet. Obverse: Bust right, uniformed, NAPOLEON EMP. ET ROI. Reverse: Napoleon seated to right, writing and facing a draped angel. In Exergue: XVIII. OCTOBRE MDCCCXV JUSQU'A SA MORT, VF, Burial of Charles Ferdinand, Duke of Berry at St. Denis, by Caqué, Dieudonné and de Puymaurin Obverse: Bust left CAROLVS · FERDINANDVS · DVX · BITVRIGVM · INFANDO · SCELERE · SVBLATVS · XIII · FEBR · MDCCCXX, , Reverse: Religion, holding cross, and France, holding shield, standing grieving over a crowned casket set on leonine supporters and surrounded with arms; Religion in process of placing laurel branch on casket; SACRA · IN · FVNERE · DVCIS · BITVRIGVM · PERACTA Exergue: IN ·S ·DYONISII ·BASILICA/XIV · MART · MDCCCXX in two lines, DIEUDONNÉ F. below.63.82 grammes, EF
Death of Daniel Solander, Swedish botanist undated (1782) 37mm diameter in silver by G.Ljungberger, Obverse: bust right DANIEL SOLANDER with a flowering solandra with it's stem cut. Reverse: text in 6 lines IOSEPHO BANKS EFFIGIEM AMICI MERITO D.D.D. CL. ET. IOH. ALSTROEMER, Eimer 798, BHM 252, 21.55 grammes, NVF/VF. Listed as RRR by BHM. Solander first accompanied Joseph Banks on James Cook's voyage around the world. He also went with Banks to Iceland in 1772. In 1773 he became keeper of the Natural History department in the British Museum. The medal was struck at the Swedish Royal Mint in 1783 and dedicated to Joseph Banks by Klas and Johann Alstrӧmer. Banks's grandfather Jacob Bancks was Swedish and became a naturalised Englishman serving as a naval officer and as an M.P. for Minehead
LiverpoolShipwreck and Humane Society 1839 38mm diameter in bronze, by R.C. Oldfield Ltd, Edge: FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE AT NORTHWICH 13th OCT 1913 UNC boxed, and Prize Medal British Federation of B.M.& G , the reverse inscribed BOLTON B.M.G. CLUB WNRS BAND CONTEST A. 1938 G.WELSH EF boxed
Lord Roberts - Relief of Bloemfontein and Pretoria 1900 45mm diameter in silver by F.Bowcher for Spink & Son., Obverse: Bust facing uniformed and holding a baton LORD ROBERTS, Reverse: Three British soldiers of the armed forces advancing right, are greeted by a soldier waving his hat, 1900, In exergue: BLOEMFONTEIN - PRETORIA Eimer 1844a, BHM 3678, NEF once gilded
Medals (5) Expedition to Vigo Bay 1702 Obverse: Bust left crowned ANNA . DEI. GRA. MAG. BR. FRA. ET. HIB: REGINA Reverse: Ships burning within a harbour CAPTA . ET . INCENSA. GAL : RT . HISP : CLASSE, Exergue AG. VIGVM XII OCT MDCCII, Eimer 395, VG, British Empire Exhibition 1924 36mm diameter in silver by J.Langford Jones, Obverse: Moneta seated, in the process of striking a coin, BRITANNIA MONETA, Reverse: Forecourt and facade of the Royal Mint THE ROYAL MINT LONDON, 30.69 grammes, NEF Vatican - Pope Pius VI Return from Vienna 1782 47mm diameter in silver, unsigned, Obverse: Bust right PIO . SEXTO . BRASCHIO PONT . MAX .VINDOBON . RED, Reverse: Pope seated on a throne CIVI * ET * PRINC* OPT * ORDO *PATRIC * CAESEN * In Exergue: MDCCXXCII, 40.57 grammes, NEF, Prize Medals in silver (2) Oxford University Boat Club undated,. 51mm diameter in silver NEF and lustrous with some contact marks, Agricultural Prize Medal undated and unawarded 50mm diameter in silver by J. Lagrange
Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 51mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore BHM 2475, Obverse: Uniformed bust left, ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON, Reverse: Britannia standing weeping before funerary plaque and trophy of arms WELLINGTON BORN MAY 1 1769 DIED SEPr 14 1852, Victory kneeling to right, British Lion crouched to fore BRITANNIA MOURNS HER HERO NOW AT REST , In Exergue: WATERLOO JUNE 18 1815, 41.11 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous
Great British Locomotives - The National Railway Museum Inaugural Edition, a 50-ingot set Silver Proofs each 30.7 to 31.00 grammes, by John Pinches, 1975, nFDC to FDC in the impressive large wooden box of issue with accompanying book describing each one of these impressive engines, also comes with certificate, an eye-catching set
BritishSouth Africa Company's Medal, dated reverse, Rhodesia 1896, with Mashonaland 1897 clasp, awarded to Trooper F.R. Lloyd M.R.F. (Matabeleland Relief Force) Bright EF the obverse with some scratches and hairlines, with original claw and ornate suspension. GVF, cleaned, Rare. Comes with photocopy of the medal roll showing entitlement to the medal and clasp.
Ghuznee Medal, 1839, unnamed as issued, EF with some hairlines. This medal was only the second medal awarded for a particular campaign (after Waterloo) and was granted to both British and Indian troops who took part in the assault on Ghuznee in 1839 which brought the First Afghan War to a close. It was issued unnamed by the Honourable East India Company.
Queen's South Africa Medal, 3rd type reverse, with 4 clasps, Elandslaagte, Orange Free State, Transvaal and Laing's Nek, awarded to 287 Tpr: H. Cullingworth, Natal M.R. EF with some hairlines, comes with copy of entitlement to the medal and a copied account of a demonstration against an enemy-held hill on the Modder Spruit side of Ladysmith known as Tinta 'Nyoni. The force, led by General White consisted of 5th Lancers, 19th Hussars, I.L.H, Natal M.R., 42nd and 53rd Batteries R.G.A., 1st LiverpoolRegiment, 1st Devons, 1st Gloucestershires and 2nd Kings Royal Rifles, a total of 5300 officers and men. The Force proceed along the Newcastle Road for about 6 miles, when they came under fire from their left at 0700 hrs. Their action was prompt and at 0800 a discharge of musketry rose and fell among the extended line of troopers, as the infantry had come up to Rietfontein. The British were soon shelling the enemy opposition, and one extremely accurate shell burst full upon one of the Boer pieces. The Natal Mounted Rifles. were ordered by Sir George White across from his right and sent in front of his left flank. The colonial riflemen used all of their skills to remove all of the danger and the object accomplished, 114 casualties were suffered. No Natal M.R were killed, and only three wounded including Trooper H. Cullingworth.
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
CanadaGeneral Service Medal with Fenian Raid 1866 clasp, awarded to Pte. C. McDoff, Varennes I Co. (appears renamed) NEF with some contact marks and small scratches. This medal was only awarded 30 years after the event, and was issued by the Canadian Government to British and Canadian local forces who took partin operations to put down the Fenian raids of 1866 and 1870, and the Red River rebellion of the latter year.
World War I group of four, awarded to 795 Dvr. Robert Dean R.A. comprising Mercantile Marine Medal GVF, Territorial Force War Medal EF, British War Medal 1914-1918 NEF, and Victory Medal , along with silver War Badge, Royal Artillery cap badge and ImperialService badge. Come with photocopied Medal Roll for the War Badge to a Robert Dean, with an accompanying letter stating there were two Merchant Seamen of this name
World War I Trio awarded to 11958 Pte. J.Jubb E.York. R., 1914-15 Star, 1914-1918 British War Medal and Victory Medal, EF, the star with some surface residue, along with Death Plaque EF in original card envelope, cap badge, and printout from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission website with full details. Pte. Jubb was killed in action at Thiepval on 8th February 1917 Age 27. He is buried at Thiepval Memorial, Somme, France
World War I Trio awarded to 8705 Pte. Sidney Francis Harry Gigg 2nd Battalion DevonshireRegiment, 1914 Mons Star with clasp, 1914-1920 British War Medal and Victory Medal, along with Death Plaque in original envelope and card, and with cap badge for the Regiment, comes with copy of paper confirming the entitlement of the Mons Star Clasp, and Commonwealth War Grave Commission website printout describing the location of the grave (Le Touret Memorial, Panel 8 and 9)
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
St.Jean d'Acre Medal, Syria Campaign 1840, unnamed, 30mm diameter in bronzed copper, VF with some double striking to the reverse. This medal was awarded to petty officers, NCO's and other ranks, and was awarded by the Sultan of Turkey to British, Austrian and Turkish Forces under Sir Charles Napier, taking part in the liberation of this important city on the Syrian Coast after 8 years of Egyptian occupation. The medal has a plain ring suspension.
World War II (11) Defence Medal in silver (4) as awarded to Canadian recipients, War Medal 1939-45 in silver, as awarded to Canadian Recipients (3) VF to EF, along with War medal 1939-45 British issue with 2 bronze M.I.D. oak leaves on the ribbon (unnamed), a War Medal 1939-45 Canadian issue in silver also with 2 bronze M.I.D oak leaves on the ribbon (unnamed), a Defence Medal 1939-45 British issue silver , a Defence Medal 1939-45 Canadian issue in silver, these with copy silver-coloured leaf clusters on the ribbon, VF to EF
World War I Trio awarded to F.O. Bird, B.R.C and St.J.J (British Red Cross and St. John of Jerusalem), 1914-15 Star, 1914-1920 British War Medal and Victory Medal, GVF to NEF with some toning in places, the star with some surface residue, comes with paperwork stating entered France 29/3/2015, Rank Accountant
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