Peace of Breda 1667 56mm diameter in silver by J.Roettier, Obverse: Bust right, laureate, CAROLVS . SECVNDVS . DEI . GRATIA . MAG . BRI . FRAN . ET . HIB . REX, Reverse Britannia seated on sea-shore, left, surveys her fleet, above, sun pierces clouds, FAVENTAE DEO Exergue: BRITANNIA, 73.93 grammes, Eimer 241, NVF once lightly cleaned, now retoned, Ex- Bay View Collection, London Coins Auction A153 5/6/2016 Lot 2069
Medals and Medalets (16) comprising Death of George I 1830 35mm in White Metal, by W. Bain, BHM 1372, Fine with some corrosion, Erection of the Wellington Statue at The Royal Exchange 1844, 44mm diameter in White Metal BHM 2193 NVF with some corrosion, 50th Anniversary of the Penny Post 1840-1890 Obverse: Veiled Head of Queen Victoria, Reverse: PRESENTED BY J.W. PALMER 281 STRAND LONDON, VF, Death of Queen Victoria 1901 39mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, BHM 3692, GVF, Liverpool and Manchester Railway 1830 Obverse: Bust of George Stephenson left, Reverse: Train crossing viaduct Exergue: Liverpool and Manchester railway opened Sept 15 1830 46mm diameter in white Metal, Fine, Celebration of the Railway Centenary Darlington 1825-1925 32mm in white metal old and modern trains either side, GVF holed for suspension, Medalets (8) Caroline, Queen Consort of George IV 1821 25mm in brass, Fine, Rt.Hon. George Canning M.P. 1827 26mm in brass, Fine, Frederick, Duke of York, Died Jan 5th 1827, 25mm in brass, Good Fine, Earl Grey 1830 By Trampling on Liberty I Lost the Reins Good Fine with some scratches, George IV Died June 26 1830 25mm in brass, Good Fine, cleaned, William IV and Queen AdelaideCoronation 1831 24mm in brass Fine, Duke of Wellington death 1852 25mm in brass Good Fine, Coronation of Queen Victoria 1838 25mm in brass Fine, Thomas Attwood, Founder of the Political Union, Parliamentary Reform 1832 41mm diameter in white metal by T. Halliday, BHM 1563, Good Fine, holed for suspension, along with Royal Society for the Protection of Birds Bird and Tree Day Prize medal 38mm in white metal VF
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
Great Fire of London 900th Anniversary 1966 58mm diameter by Spink & Son, Obverse: Panoramic view of London and the River Thames, its sweep of the North bank and london Bridge, LONDON 1966 above, Reverse: Standing figure of Pepys before burning buildings and the old St. Paul's. AND AGAIN TO SEE THE FIRE, WHICH WAS NOW GOT FURTHER, 80.22 grammes, Eimer 2111, EF and lustrous with light toning and some small edge nicks
Battle of London 1940-1944 57mm diameter silvered by L.E. Pinches, Obverse: An aircraft in the sky over the Tower of London, BATTLE OF LONDON . JUNE 1944 AUGUST. Reverse: An aircraft caught in searchlights above St. Paul's Cathedral. BATTLE OF LONDON SEPT 1940 . 1941 MAY, Eimer 2066, BHM 4406, GEF in the silver card box with the RAF insignia on the lid
Colonial and Indian Exhibition, London 1886 52mm diameter in bronze by L.C. Wyon, Obverse: Bust left ALBERT EDWARD PRINCE OF WALES EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT, Reverse: COLONIAL AND INDIAN EXHIBITION 1886 within a wreath, 78.18 grammes, Eimer 1725, BHM 3209, uninscribed, EF with some minor spots and contact marks
London Missionary Society Centenary 1795-1895 45mm diameter in bronzed White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: The Ship 'Duff' sailing left, CENTENARY OF THE LONDON MISSIONARY SOCIETY 1795-1895 THE SHIP DUFFSAILED FOR SOUTH SEAS 1796, Reverse: Four scenes, two of torture, one of worshipping, one of preaching, NEW GUINEA . WEST INDIES . CHINA . SOUTH SEAS . AFRICA . INDIA . MADAGASCAR . MONGOLIA, 25.74 grammes, GVF pierced for suspension, unlisted by BHM or Eimer
Re-Opening of the Royal Exchange 1844 44mm diameter in White Metal by J. Davis, Obverse: Conjoined bare heads of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert left, QUEEN VICTORIA & PRINCE ALBERT, Reverse: View of the Royal Exchange building, NEW ROYAL EXCHANGE LONDON , In Exergue: FIRTS STONE LAID JAN.19.1842 BY / H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT. / OPENED BY / H.M.G.M. VICTORIA. / OCT. 28. 1844, 26.16 grammes, BHM 2179, NEF with some spots on the obverse
Death of the Duke of Wellington 1852 42mm diameter in White Metal , unsigned, Obverse: Head right, FIELD MARSHAL ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON K.G., Reverse: Equestrian Statue of the Duke of Wellington, with inscription on pedestal: BORN / MAY 1. 1769 / DIED SEP. 14 .1852 / Below: ERECTED / JUNE 18 1844. Around: THE WELLINGTON STATUE IN FRONT OF THE ROYAL EXCHANGE LONDON, 18.66 grammes, BHM 2493, GVF with some surface marks and hairlines
Opening of London Bridge 1831, 29mm diameter in brass, unsigned, Obverse: THE FIRST STONE / OF THE NEW / LONDON BRIDGE / WAS LAID BY / JOHN GARRATT. ESQ./ LORD MAYOR OF LONDON / ON THE 14 OF MARCH 1824 / AND OPEN'D BY THEIR MAJESTIES / AUGUST 1st 1831, Reverse: View of the bridge and the dome of St. Paul's cathedral, CARRIAGE WAY 33½ FEET. In Exergue: LENGTH OF BRIDGE 782 FT. / CENTRE ARCH 150.. / SIDE ARCG 140, 7.56 grammes, BHM 1547, NVF with some scratches
Victoria (5) The Marriage of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert 1840 28mm diameter in White metal by A.J. Stothard, Obverse Busts left, conjoined, within a beaded circle, VICTORIA AND ALBERT 1840, date with overstruck 4, Reverse: Head of Britannia left, within a beaded circle, POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTION LONDON, 10.76 grammes, BHM 1917, Good Fine, Opening of Lincoln's Inn, New Hall and Library 1845, 24mm diameter in White Metal by J. Davis, Birmingham, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, QUEEN VICTORIA & PRINCE ALBERT, Reverse: View of Lincoln's Inn, NEW HALL LIBRARY, In Exergue: LINCOLNS INN / OPENED BY / H.M.G.M. VICTORIA. / OCT. 30. 1845, 4.01 grammes, BHM 2215, GVF pierced for suspension, The Great Exhibition 1851 31mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: View of the Exhibition building, THE INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION LONDON 1851, In Exergue: PROPOSED BY PRINCE ALBERT / DESIGN BY J. PAXTON ESQ. / ERECTED BY / FOX, HENDERSON & CO.,l Reverse: PRESETED BY TODD, BURNS & Co. DIMENSIONS LENGTH IS 1848 FT. / WIDTH 456 FT. / HEIGHT OF ROOF 66 FT. / HEIGHT OF TRANSEPT / 108 FT. / GLAZED SURFACE / 900,000 SUP. FT. / OCCUPIES 18 ACRES, 6.61 grammes, unlisted by BHM, VF, pierced for suspension, The Marriage of the Princess Royal and Prince Frederick William of Prussia 1858 34mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: TO COMMEMORATE / THE MARRIAGE / OF THE PRINCESS / VICTORI ADELAIDE / MARY LOUISA / TO THE PRINCE / FREDERICK WILLIAM / OF / PRUSSIA, Reverse: The Prince and Princess joining hands, being blessed by the Archbishop, two attendants either side. In Exergue: MARRIED / JANUARY 25 1858, 14.84 grammes, BHM 2630, GVF with some hairlines, listed as RR by BHM, The Marriage of the Prince of Wales and Princess Alexandra 1863 31mm diameter in White Metal, unsigned, Obverse: IN COMMEMORATION / OF THE MARRIAGE OF / HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS / THE PRINCE OF WALES / AND / HER ROYAL HIGHNESS / THE PRINCESS / ALEXANDRA, Reverse: The Prince of Wales plumes, ON THE TENTH DAY OF MARCH 1863, 6.16 grammes, BHM 2777, VF
Opening of Tower Bridge 1894 77mm diameter in bronze, issued by the Corporation of London Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, of Queen Victoria, between the Prince and Princess of Wales . Reverse: A view of the bridge, it's bascules raised and a steam yacht passing through, above Bridge-House Estates badge. TOWER BRIDGE OPENED 30TH JUNE 1894. Exergue:- ON BEHALF OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA BY HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES with City of London shield in the centre, 239.38 grammes, Eimer 1790, BHM 3476, UNC, evenly toned with small edge nicks, in the original Corporation of London box with gold lettering on the lid
GB and a few World medals a mixed group (114) base metal types 19th and 20th Century, a wide variety of subjects covered, many Coronation and Jubilee types, several are local issues, also includes Handel Centenary Festival 1859 51mm in bronze, The Building for the Great ExhibitionLondon 1851 74mm diameter in copper?, Prince Edward Recovery from Illness 1872 in White Metal, Naval and Military Exhibition 1901 in White Metal, Prince Albert England's Pride undated 27mm in White metal, also includes many Edward VIII types, along with Sentimental Token 1773 Queen Charlotte, a group of brass, bronze and White metal medalets and gaming counters, these include George IV and Victoria-related items, an interesting selection, in mixed grades many VF or better, some holed
Sir Thomas Lawrence - Art Union of London 1860 55mm diameter in bronze by G.G. Adams, Obverse: Bare head of Sir Thomas Lawrence left, LAWRENCE, Reverse: Figure of the Duke of Wellington standing, wearing a cloak and holding a telescope, from a painting by Lawrence, ART UNION OF LONDON 1860, BHM 2676, Eimer 1539, 94.52 grammes, UNC with reflective fields
Prince James (III) The Only Safeguard 1721, 50mm diameter in bronze, by O. Hamerani, Obverse: Armoured bust of Prince James, right, a sunburst on his breastplate, VNICA SALVS, Reverse: Hanoverian horse tramples on the English lion and Scottish unicorn, the distraught figure of Britannia to the left, a view of London beyond, MI ii 454/63, Eimer 493, 42.12 grammes, a heavy contact mark on the reverse, otherwise GVF or better
John Flaxman Laudatory Medal 1854 55mm diameter in copper by H. Weigall, Obverse: Bust of John Flaxman left, FLAXMAN, Reverse: Mercury supporting Pandora, flying left, Edge: ART-UNION OF LONDON 1854, 89.37 grammes, BHM 2530, Eimer 1479, EF with minor contact marks
Colonial and Indian Exhibition, London 1886, 52mm diameter in bronze by L.C. Wyon, manufactured by R. Heaton & Sons. Obverse: Bare head of the Prince of Wales left, ALBERT EDWARD PRINCE OF WALES EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT, Reverse: Inscription within an open wreath COLONIAL AND INDIAN EXHIBITION LONDON 1886 in five lines, BHM 3209, Eimer 1725, 80.76 grammes, UNC with some small spots
Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 57mm diameter in silver by L.Durbin, Reverse: the Hybrid-Tea 'Silver Jubilee Rose' Eimer 2136 UNC toned, in the box of issue with certificate, the box inscribed 'In Commemoration of the Queen's Award For Export Achievement to LondonAmerican Finance Corporation Limited, The box interior with inscription plate: PRESENTED TO THE RIGHT HON. LORD ARMSTRONG OF SANDERSTEAD PC GCB MVO. Lord Armstrong (William Armstrong, Baron Armstrong of Sanderstead). Armstrong was private secretary to the Secretary of the War Cabinet Sir Edward Bridges from 1943 to 1945. Between 1949 and 1953 he was principal private secretary to three successive Chancellors of the Exchequer: Sir Stafford Cripps, Hugh Gaitskell and R.A.Butler. In 1962 he became Permanent Secretary to the Treasury, and in 1968 he became Head of the Home Civil Service. Due to his influence in Edward Heath's government he was dubbed 'The Deputy Prime Minister'. This along with a small and varied group (6) Hungary 200 Forint 1976 300th Anniversary of the Birth of Ferencz Rakoczi II Silver Proof nFDC colourfully toned, in the box of issue, Poland 200 Zlotych 1976 Olympic Games Y#86 UNC in a slide case, Russia One Rouble (2) 1977 Moscow Olympics Prooflike Y#144 Prooflike UNC in a slide case, 1977 60th Anniversary of the Bolshevik Revolution Y#143.1 Lustrous UNC, Medals (2) Philippines - Imelda Marcos/Cultural Centre of the Philippines78mm diameter in gold-plated bronze, UNC in a wooden box, Medal - 65mm diameter in base metal World Hunger Fund Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi 5-time Nobel Peace Prize Nominee EF with some surface deposit
Stockton and Darlington Railway centenary 1925, 77mm diameter in bronze, by G. Bayes, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined, between shields of Stockton and Darlington. EDWARD PEASE. GEORGE STEPHENSON Exergue: STOCKTON & DARLINGTON RAILWAY - INCLUDED IN LONDON & NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY 1825-1925. Reverse: Vulcan, left, holding a model of an engine, LOCOMOTION No.1 1825 beyond, a 1925 PACIFIC type engine FIRST IN THE WORLD, BHM 4205, Eimer 2001, 252.12 grammes, GVF with some edge nicks, of particular interest to the railway enthusiast and historian
Sir Christopher WrenCommemorative Medal 250th Anniversary of his Death 1973 63mm diameter in silver by John Pinches, Obverse: Sir Christopher Wren facing, surrounded by six segments, each one containing a façade of each of his most famous buildings: St. Paul's Cathedral, Pembroke College Chapel Cambridge, Royal Hospital Greenwich, Emmanuel College Cambridge, The Royal Observatory Greenwich, St. Lawrence Jewry, London. Reverse: Legend within a wreath: SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN 1632-1732 MOMENTUM REQUIRES CIRCUMSPICE, 198.35 grammes, of .925 silver, UNC in the blue box of issue with certificate
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
Medalets (3) W.Griffin Silversmith, Jeweller & Medallist Change Alley, Cornhill, London, undated NEF with traces of old lacquering, S. Hiron Die Engraver and Medallist, St. Paul's Birmingham and Leicester Square, undated VF, Robineau Jetons Medallist, 129 R. Turenne, Paris, VF/EF, along with Calendar Medal 1793 38mm diameter in gilt copper? NVF, and Art Medal undated, 42mm square with curved top, Obverse: Female figure right, Reverse: Shield of Arms with four fleur-de-lis, tablet below, signed DESCHAMPS LEON EF boxed
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
Sir John Vanburgh Laudatory Medal 1855 55mm diameter in copper by B. Wyon, Obverse Draped bust of Sir John Vanburgh three quarter facing. SIR JOHN VANBURGH, Reverse: Façade of the central block of Blenheim Palace, Exergue: BLENHEIM, Edge: ART-UNION OF LONDON 1855, 101 grammes, BHM 2572, Eimer 1500, EF with and edge nick and some minor contact marks
Foundation of the City of London School 1834 58mm diameter in copper by B. Wyon, Obverse: A view of the west front of the school. CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL. Exergue: FOUNDED BY THE CORPORATION 1834. Reverse: Knowledge seated, instructing a youth standing, leaning against a tablet inscribed JOHN CARPENTER 1447.. Arms of the City, above. FOR THE RELIGIOUS & VIRTUOUS EDUCATION OF BOYS & THEIR INSTRUCTION IN LITERATURE & USEFUL KNOWLEDGE. 78.18 grammes, BHM 1680, Eimer 1279, EF with some small spots
Medals (8) 1902 Coronation Procession - City of Coventry, Godiva and Trades, 35mm diameter in bronze VF cleaned and pierced for suspension, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 - City of Cambridge, 38mm diameter in bronze, VF pierced for suspension, Coronation of George VI 1937 20mm diameter, uniface with suspension bar and pin attached at the top, Miner's check holed with 222 stamped, and an OOO stamp on either side, Near Fine, The King's Medal 1913-1914 for attendance conduct and industry awarded to V.Frost, GVF, Edward VII - London County Council Attendance medal, holed for suspension, with 1907 bar attached, awarded to A. Brown for punctual attendance during the year 1906-7 and four previous years VF, World War II 1939-45 Star VF, and Egypt - United Arab Republic Medal 1971 35mm diameter in bronze, Good Fine with a suspension loop at the top
Foundation of the New Royal Exchange 1842 54mm diameter in white metal by J. Davis, Obverse: Conjoined heads of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert VICTORIA BORN MAY 24th 1819 ALBERT BORN AUGt. 26th. 1819, Reverse: Façade of a Building NEW ROYAL EXCHANGE LONDON. Exergue: FIRST STONE LAID BY / H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT / IN THE 5th. YEAR OF THE REIGN OF / H.M.G.M VICTORIA / JANy. 17. 1842, 50.63 grammes, BHM 2072, EF and lustrous
International Exhibition 1851 52mm diameter in White metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Conjoined busts left QUEEN VICTORIA & PRINCE ALBERT. Within an ornate border, Reverse: View of the building THE INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION / LONDON 1851 /Exergue: PROPOSED BY H. R. H. PRINCE ALBERT, / DESIGNED BY JOSEPH PAXTON ESQ. F. L. S., / ERECTED BY FOX, HENDERSON & CO., / LENGTH 1848 FEET, WIDTH 456 FEET, / HEIGHT OF PRINCIPAL ROOF 66 FEET, / HEIGHT OF TRANSEPT 108 FEET, / GLAZED SURFACE 900.000 SUP FEET, / OCCUPIES 18 ACRES / OF GROUND, / ESTIMATED VALUE £150.000, 38.43 grammes, BHM 2419, GVF with a rim nick
Visit of Wilhelm II to the City of London 1891 50mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Busts left of the Emperor and Empress draped, WILHELM . AUGUSTA . VICTORIA . VISITING LONDON JULY 1891, Reverse: The Arms of Britain and Prussia upon a laurel branch, 48.54 grammes, BHM 3413, VF/GVF the obverse with some small dark spots
The Great Exhibition 1851, 52mm diameter in White Metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Crowned Gothic head of Queen Victoria left, VICTORIA QUEEN OF GREAT BRITAIN within a wide border of shamrocks, thistles, roses, laurel and oak, Reverse: View of the Exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION LONDON 1851. In Exergue: PROPOSED BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT. / DESIGNED BY JOSEPH PAXTON ESQ. F.L.S. / ERECTED BY FOX, HENDERSON & Co. / LENGTH 1848 FEET, WIDTH 456 FEET, / HEIGHT OF PRINCIPAL ROOF 66 FEET, / HEIGHT OF TRANSEPT 108 FEET, / GLAZED SURFACE 900,000 SUP. FEET / OCCUPIES 18 ACRES / OF GROUND / ESTIMATED VALUE £150,000, 39.41 grammes, BHM 2420, About EF with some contact marks and small tone spots
Opening of the Coal Exchange 1849 27mm diameter in White metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: Crowned Gothic style portrait of the Queen left H.M.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA, on surrounding wide border : BORN MAY 24th 1819 CROWNED JUNE 28 1838. MARRIED FEB : 10 1840, Reverse: View of the building THE NEW COAL MARKET, LONDON, Exergue: OPENED BY HER MAJESTY OCT. 30 1849, 6.14 grammes, BHM 2356, NEF with some rim nicks
Opening of London Bridge 1831, 29mm diameter in brass, unsigned, Obverse: THE FIRST STONE / OF THE NEW / LONDON BRIDGE / WAS LAID BY / JOHN GARRATT. ESQ./ LORD MAYOR OF LONDON / ON THE 14 OF MARCH 1824 / AND OPEN'D BY THEIR MAJESTIES / AUGUST 1st 1831, Reverse: View of the bridge and St. Paul's cathedral, CARRIAGE WAY 33½ FT. In Exergue: LENGTH OF BRIDGE 782 FT. / CENTRE ARCH 150.. / SIDE ARCH 140, 7.32 grammes, BHM 1547, NEF with some tone spots on the reverse
Prince Albert, Freedom of the City of London 1885 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1717, BHM 3182, Welch 20, Obverse: Bust right, within a wreath of roses, shamrocks and thistles, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT VICTOR EDWARD OF WALES. BORN JANUARY 8th 1864, Reverse: The Prince and Princess of Wales, together with the Lord Mayor, presiding as Prince Albert Victor received the Freedom from the Chamberlain. RECEIVING THE FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON JUNE 29th 1885. In Exergue: The City Arms, EF with some thin scratches
Coronation of George VI 1937, 29mm diameter in silver by Pinches, London, Obverse : Conjoined busts left, both crowned and draped, KING . GEORGE . VI . AND . QUEEN . ELIZABETH, Reverse: A crown on a rose TO . COMMEMORATE . THE . CORONATION . IN . WESTMINSTER . ABBEY . MAY . 12th . 1937, 13.73 grammes, UNC or very near so with prooflike surfaces
Medals (4) Abolition of the Slave Trade 1807 36mm diameter in bronze by G.F.Pidgeon and J. Philip, Eimer 984a Obverse: Two men stand facing each other, with hands clasped: beyond: five people dancing around a tree, WE ARE ALL BRETHREN, In Exergue: SLAVE TRADE ABOLISHED BY GREAT BRITAIN 1807. Reverse: Arabic inscription (= sales of slaves prohibited in 1807, Christian era, in the reign of George III, Verily we are all brothers), 15.98 grammes, VG, also listed as a Sierra Leone Penny Token 1807 KM#Tn1.1 (issued 1814), Catholic School Committee medal 47mm diameter in bronze by T.Leighton, Birmingham (1888-1901) Obverse: Seven figures - a standing full-length Madonna and Child, surrounded by kneeling mothers and children, MATER ADMIRABILIS MONSTRA TE ESSE MATREM, Reverse: REWARD FOR GOOD CONDUCT AND ADVANCE FROM THE CATHOLIC SCHOOL COMMITTEE in 7 lines, 46.45 grammes, NVF, Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 51mm diameter in white metal by F.Bowcher, for Spink & Son, London, Obverse: Crowned, Laureate and Veiled draped bust of the Queen, left, VICTORIA D:G: BRITT : REGINA : F:D: IND : IMP : IN . COMMEM . AN . REG . SEXAGESMI MDCCCXCVII, Reverse: Royal Coat of Ams within a circle of shields inscribed with the names of the members of the Royal Family, THE ROYAL FAMILY BHM 3512, 38.81 grammes, VF/GVF with scratches on the obverse, holed at the top , Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Souvenir medal undated (1953) - The National Playing Fields Association 35mm diameter in aluminium NEF with some scratches
General Strike, Service Medal 1926 51mm diameter in bronze by E.Gillick Obverse Helmeted figure of Britannia seated left, hand resting on a shield, holds out a laurel, in the field, winged emblem of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway Company, between a rose and a thistle, FOR SERVICE IN NATIONAL EMERGENCY MAY 1926, Reverse: An allegory of three draped figures standing with their backs to each other, two locomotives resting upon their outstretched hands LARGITAS MVNERIS SALVS REIPVBLICAE, Eimer 2003, 60.44 grammes toned UNC, boxed
The Great Exhibition 1851 38mm diameter in White Metal by W.J. Taylor, Obverse: Bare head of Prince Albert, left, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT, Below: STRUCK IN THE BUOILDING OF THE GREAT EXHIBITION, Reverse: Royal Arms with supporters GREAT EXHIBITION OF THE INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS .:. LONDON .:. 14.88 grammes, Eimer 1463, BHM 2459, NEF retaining some lustre, the surface with some rust marks
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
LiverpoolShipwreck group of 8 medals to Captain Robert Capper, comprising Liverpool Shipwreck and Humane Society medals (2) in silver and gold, Spanish Life Saving Medals (one gold), a Lloyd's Medal for Saving Life, a Distinguished Service Cross, George V type, in silver, hallmarked, a Mercantile Marine medal, in bronze, RoyalNaval Reserve Decoration in silver, hallmarked, World War I 1914-1918 Medal. EF to GEF three with boxes. 'The Balmes' a cargo steamer of 3794 tons left Havana on 5/11/1913 bound for Cadiz and Barcelona, she had 103 passengers and 55 crew on board with a cargo of cotton and rum. A fire was discovered on board and an SOS was answered by Captain Capper of the 'Pannonia' which was bound for New York, arriving on the scene on Thursday, the day after the fire was discovered. The passengers were evacuated successfully. The ship then escorted the burning ship to Bermuda before resuming her journey to New York. During World War I, Captain Capper had been in command of S.S. Ausonia and was torpedoed 600 miles from the nearest port. 7 boats were launched, 5 survived the hazardous journey back to Liverpool. The DSC was awarded on 7/8/1918. Sold with numerous documemtation, copies of reports of the incident, including copies of the London Gazette and supplement reporting the award of the DSC
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
Horticultural Award Medals (10) National Chrysanthemum Society silver (4) three are 46mm diameter, the other 33mm, one of the 46mm medals awarded to H.J. Caton Chelmsford November Show 1962 EF, London Gardens Society 38mm diameter in silver, awarded to Miss E.H.Redway 1961 NEF, Seed Growers and Florists 39mm in gilt, along with four bronze issues these NVF to EF
Signing of the Armistice 10th Anniversary 1928 76mm diameter in silver by C.L.J.Doman, Obverse: The Cenotaph, London THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE. Reverse: An allegory of Deliverance: Great Britain advancing left, supports a youthful warrior, head bandaged and shackles broken, offers a wreath to the memory of fallen heroes. Exergue: NOVEMBER 11th MCMXVIII , 194.65 grammes, Eimer 2008, BHM 4132, GVF once lightly cleaned, in the fitted case of issue, Eimer states a mintage of 547 pieces
Jernegan's Lottery 1736 39mm diameter in Silver by J.S.Tanner Eimer 537 Obverse: Minerva standing between military trophies and emblems of the Arts and Sciences. BOTH HANDS FILL'D FOR BRITAIN. Exergue: GEORGE REIGNING. Reverse Caroline royally robed waters a grove of young palm trees. GROWING ARTS ADORN EMPIRE.. Exergue CAROLINE PROTECTING 1736 Fine, Note: originally given to purchasers of a Lottery Ticket for a silver cistern made by Henry Jernegan (d.1761) a London goldsmith and banker
International Health Exhibition 1884 45mm diameter, in gold, by L.C.Wyon (reverse after L.C.Day) 58.17 grammes of 21 carat gold, Eimer 1704, Obverse: Head of Queen Victoria left, diademed and veiled VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: A globe bearing the fruits of the world, flanked by HEALTH holding a serpent, and EDUCATION holding a wreath,. THE INTERNATIONAL HEALTH EXHIBITION. Exergue LONDON 1884. BHM 3175, Eimer 1704, EF/GEF with some contact marks and hairlines, an impressive large gold issue. Around 254 of these medals were struck in gold, 538 in silver and 820 in bronze, and were awarded to exhibitors in various classes
Prince James (III) The Only Safeguard 1721, 50mm diameter in silver, by O. Hamerani, Obverse: Armoured bust of Prince James, right, a sunburst on his breastplate, VNICA SALVS, Reverse: Hanoverian horse tramples on the English lion and Scottish unicorn, the distraught figure of Britannia to the left, a view of London beyond, MI ii 454/63, Eimer 493, 51.53 grammes EF
George Frederick Handel : Festival at the Crystal Palace 41mm diameter in White metal, by Messrs. Pinches. Obverse: Draped bust of Handel wearing cap, left, HANDEL in vertical text behind, Reverse: Female seated right, playing a lyre, PINCHES LONDON at either side of the exergue. BHM 2598, where it is stated to possibly be a musical award piece, 17.25 grammes, GEF and lustrous, rated RRR by BHM.
Opening of the New Houses of Parliament 1847 43mm diameter in White metal, by J. Davis, Obverse: View of the River Thames and Parliament buildings. NEW HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT Exergue: LONDON / C.BARRY ESQ. ARCHITECT.(The reverse of BHM 2293), Reverse: View of the Interior of the House of Lords. INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE OF LORDS, BHM 2293/2294 25.69 grammes, EF and lustrous
Prince James (III) The Only Safeguard 1721, 50mm diameter in bronze, by O. Hamerani, Obverse: Armoured bust of Prince James, right, a sunburst on his breastplate, VNICA SALVS, Reverse: Hanoverian horse tramples on the English lion and Scottish unicorn, the distraught figure of Britannia to the left, a view of London beyond, MI ii 454/63, Eimer 493, 42.83 grammes, EF or better with a hint of lustre on the obverse, a most attractive example
London Bridge Opening 1831 51mm diameter in bronze, by B. Wyon, Obverse: Bust right WILLIAM THE FOURTH, Reverse: A view of the bridge, LONDON BRIDGE In Exergue: COMMENCED 15 JUNE 1825 OPENED 1. AUGUST 1831, BHM 1544, Eimer 1245, 69.19 grammes, GEF
City of LondonImperialVolunteers 1900 77mm diameter in bronze, by G. Frampton, A soldier of the C.I.V. proclaimed by a fanfare, and welcomed by Londinia, seated on a dais, Around, oak branches entwined with fourteen labels commemorating the C.I.V's various actions in the South African war. Exergue: PRO PATRIA REGINA ET VRBE, Reverse: The Union and C.I.V flags flying upon a hill surrounded by trees, sun on horizon and cannons in the foreground. Exergue: THE CITY OF LONDON IMPERIAL VOLUNTEERS RAISED AND EQVIPPED FOR THE WAR IN SOUTH AFRICA BY THE CITIZENS OF LONDON FORMED DECEMBER 1899 RETURNED TO LONDON OCTOBER 1900 in 7 lines. BHM 3684, Eimer 1848, 225.02 grammes, EF, only 550 issued
Lady Arabella Stuart (c.1615) 50mm diameter, cast, in pewter, Obverse: half-length figure, three-quarters left, IN THAT I SVFFER VRANG * O. GOD . GRANT . PATIENCE. Reverse: NOVRT . NOT . THE. ♥ . QVHOIS . IOY . THOV . ART, around an inner legend in 6 six lines, QVHO / CAN.COMPARE/ VITH . ME . IN . GREIF/ I . DIE . AND . DAR . NOCHT . SEIK . RELEIF , MI i 207/41, 33.09 grammes, Good Fine. Note: Lady Arabella Stuart was an English noblewoman of Scottish descent, a great-great-granddaughter of Henry VII of England and considered as an heir to the English throne of Elizabeth I, before her cousin KingJames VI of Scotland was given preference by Elizabeth's ministers. Her very existence was thought by King James to be a danger, and any marriage was an additional threat to his safety. Her marriage to William Seymour who himself had a claim to the throne led to her arrest and imprisonment in the Tower of London, where she starved to death at the age of 40.
Erection of Nelson's Column 1843 44mm in white metal by J. Davies, Obverse: Bust of Nelson facing, Uniformed, ADMl LORD NELSON, Reverse Statue of Nelson on a column, beyond, building along northern perimeter of Trafalgar Square, THE NELSON COLUMN TRAFALGAR SQUe.LONDON. In Exergue: W. RAILTON ESQ:ARCH: J. TAYLOR . BORN. GEF/EF, BHM 2124, Eimer 1377, 27.23 grammes, GEF/EF and lustrous
Death of John Rennie 1821 64mm diameter by W. Bain, Obverse: Bust left JOHN RENNIE, Reverse: CRINAN & LANCASTER CANALS LONDON LEITH & SHEERNESS DOCKS WATERLOO & SOUTHWAREK BRIDGES PLYMOVTH HOWTH & DVNLEARY HARBOVRS &c &c &c in 9 lines, all within a wreath, Eimer 1152, Obverse as Eimer 1166, BHM 1164, 122.92 grammes, toned UNC in a round fitted case
Marriage of George III to Queen Charlotte 1761, 26mm diameter in silver, unsigned, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, GEORGIVS. III . ET . CHARLOTTA, Reverse: A cherub carries a scroll inscribe FELICITAS BRITANNIAE, above a view of London, In Exergue: DIIS . AUSPICIBUS MDCCLXI, BHM 17, Eimer 691var, 4.38 grammes, GVF/NEF and colourfully toned
France - LondonInternational Exhibition of Decorative Arts and Industry 1871 a French Prize Medal 50mm diameter in silver by Gayrard, Obverse: A female figure seated left, holding branch and wreath, REPUBLIQUE FRANCAIS, Exergue: LIBERTÉ, EGALITÉ, FRATERNITÉ, Reverse: MINISTÈRE DE L'AGRICULTURE ET DU COMMERCE, and 6-line inscription within wreath EXPOSITION / INTERNATIONALE / DES BEAUX . ARTS / ET DE L'INDUSTRIE / A LONDRES / EN 1871., 65.13 grammes, stamped ARGENT on the edge, UNC or very near so and attractively toned
Medals, Jetons and Tokens (14) Medals (3) 1746 Battle of Culloden 1746 34mm diameter in Brass, Obverse: Equestrian figure of the Duke WILL DUKE CUMBERLAND Exergue: Born 15. AP. 1721, Reverse: A Battle scene REBELLION JUSTLY REWARDED, Exergue: CULLODEN 16 AP. 1746 as Eimer 604, VG, London Bridge Opened 1831 29mm diameter in Brass, unsigned Obverse THE FIRST STONE WAS LAID BY RT - HON THE LORD MAYOR JOHN GARRATT ESQ. ON THE 15 JUNE 1825 THE 1st AUGst 1832 AND THE BRIDGE OPEN'D BY THEIR MAJESTIES COST 506,000 POUNDS, Reverse: View of the bridge spanning the river with ships, as Eimer 1246 NEF, The S.S Great Britain 1843 27mm diameter in brass, by J. Gardner BHM 2119 Obverse: Starboard view of the 'Great Britain' under sail, THE GREAT BRITAIN STEAM SHIP LAUNCHED AT BRISTOL, LENGTH 322 FT. BREADTH 50.6. DEPTH 32.6, Reverse: THIS IRON STEAM SHIP WAS LAUNCHED IN THE PRESENCE OF H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT JULY 19 1843 . THE WEIGHT OF IRON USED IN THE SHIP AND ENGINES IS UPWARDS OF 1500 TONS CONSTRUCTED BY T.R. GUPPY ESQ. C.E, VF, Pub Tokens (2) COACH AND HORSES CHURCH LANE, Reverse: OMS & BS with central 2, VF, The Gothic, Gt. Hampton St. Reverse: 3 within a wreath, Fine/VF, Gaming Token 1800 Obverse: George III, Reverse: Crowned shield, in brass, Brewery Token 1881 Halstead Brewery, 32mm x 25mm oval, in bronze, Reverse: A & S 1881 VF, Jeton Louis XIIII and Maria Theresa, undated (1666) 27mm diameter in bronze, Near Fine/Fine, Transport Token, Halfpenny Glasgow, Clyde Ferries ticket, undated in brass, 27mm diameter Fine, Halfpenny 18th Century undated Middlesex - Spence's, Odd Fellows DH803c, Plain edge, GVF, Chile - The Santa Rina Nitrate Co. 1 Peso Brass Token 36mm diameter in brass, Reverse: OFICINA SANTA RITA, Fine, Germany Notgeld coins in red porcelain (2) One mark 1921 Grunberg UNC, 50 Pfennigs 1921 Grunberg UNC, and a Decimal Two Pence 1971 on a thinner flan, 5.83 grammes, VF
William Chambers Art Union of London 1857 55mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Obverse: Bust right, CHAMBERS 1725-1796, Reverse: a façade of a building. In Exergue: SOMERSET HOUSE 1781, SIR WILLIAM CHAMBERS R.A. ARCHITECT. BHM 2596, Eimer 1516, 117.28 grammes, UNC, number 9 in a series of 30 Art Union of London medals
William Romaine 1782 37mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Bust left, draped THE . REV'D. W'm ROMAINE. Reverse?: An open Bible, inscribed LIFE OF FAITH, WALK OF FAITH. In exergue: RECTOR OF ST. ANN'S / BLACK FRIARS / LECTURER OF ST. DUNSTAN / IN THE WEST * LONDON * 1782 in 6 lines, BHM 241, Eimer 799, 20.18 grammes, GVF with traces of old lacquering in places
Christian IX and Louise, Visit to the City of London 1893 76mm diameter in bronze, by F.Bowcher, issued by the Corporation of London, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined and draped, she diademed, he uniformed, CHRISTIANUS IX ERT LOUISE D:G: DANIAE V:G: REX ET REGINA, Reverse: Londonia seated left, facing, beside a pedestal decorated with the Danish shield , right, holds a streaming pendant inscribed WELCOME CHRKISTIAN IX TO LONDON . Beyond: A facade of the Guildhall. Exergue: 8th JULY 1893 , BHM 3454, Eimer 1783, 211.23 grammes, some pits and surface marks to the fields, GVF
Queen Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837 61mm diameter in White Metal by J.Barber, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA, Reverse: Victoria standing beneath a canopy, attended by Britannia, is welcomed by the Lord Mayor, City Arms above, WELCOME. Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTY'S VISIT TO THE CITY OF LONDON. NOV 9th 1837. THE RIGHT HONORle JOHN COWAN LORD MAYOR., Eimer 1303, BHM 1772, 90.65 grammes, EF boxed
A pair of medals in white metal (2) comprising (1) London Bridge Opened 1831, 26mm diameter in white metal by B. Wyon, Eimer 1247, BHM 1545, Obverse: City of London Shield, crest and motto, Reverse: LONDON BRIDGE COMMENCED 15. JUNE 1825 OPENED 1. AUGUST 1831, Above: Bridge of the Bridge-House Estates, Issued by the Corporation of the City of London, GVF, (2) Reform Bill 1832 50mm diameter in white metal by T. Halliday, Eimer 1256, BHM 1587, Obverse: portrait medallion of KING WILLIAM IV. KING OF GREAT BRITAIN in a central circle, around three segments detailing the text of the Reform Bill, Reverse: Justice and Mercury observe Britannia, brandishing a sword, who drives Corruption , holding a money-bag, into the sea. Above: a radiate triangle inscribed KING LORDS COMMONS. BRITANNIA SUPPORTED BY JUSTICE DRIVES CORRUPTION FROM THE CONSTITUTION. In Exergue: MDCCCXXXII, NVF
Coronation of George VI 1937 38mm diameter Obverse Busts left conjoined CORONATION OF KING GEORGE VI & QUEEN ELIZABETH, Reverse: TO COMMEMORATE YOUR ASSOCIATION WITH ' HIS MASTERS VOICE' DURING CORONATION YEAR, 1937 in 8 lines, EF boxed, comes with compliments slip from Mr. R. Haigh, His Master's Voice, London
City of London School 1834 58mm diameter in bronze by B. Wyon, Eimer 1279, BHM 1680, Issued by the Corporation of London. Obverse: Façade of the school building, CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL, In Exergue: FOUNDED BY THE CORPORATION 1834 I.B.BUNNING ARCH. Reverse: Knowledge seated right, instructs a youth who leans upon a tablet, inscribed IOHN CARPENTER 1447, and decorated with the City Arms FOR THE RELIGIOUS & VIRTUOUS EDUCATION OF BOYS & THEIR INSTRUCTION IN LITERATURE & USEFUL KNOWLEDGE. EF with a few small spots
Jernegan's Lottery 1736 39mm diameter in Silver by J.S.Tanner Eimer 537 Obverse: Minerva standing between military trophies and emblems of the Arts and Sciences. BOTH HANDS FILL'D FOR BRITAIN. Exergue: GEORGE REIGNING. Reverse Caroline royally robed waters a grove of young palm trees. GROWING ARTS ADORN EMPIRE.. Exergue CAROLINE PROTECTING 1736 bright EF or near so with some field and rim nicks one heavy field nick or attempted piercing above Caroline Note: originally given to purchasers of a Lottery Ticket for a silver cistern made by Henry Jernegan (d.1761) a London goldsmith and banker
Olympic Games 1908 Commemorative Medal 50mm diameter in white metal by B. Mackennal, Obverse: A figure of Fame standing upon a globe, facing, head right, the trumpet and palm branch, ELIS ATHENS PARIS ST.LOUIS LONDON to left and IN COMMEMORATIONOF THE OLYMPIC GAMES HELD IN LONDON 1908 to the right, VAUGHTON on the edge, 52.19 grammes, Eimer 1904, BHM 3963, GVF/VF with a slightly uneven tone
Medals (7) George V Silver Jubilee 1935 George V Silver Jubilee 1935 51mm diameter by Turner and Simpson, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, crowned and draped, GEORGE . V. MARY, a continuous border of six pairs of panels each containing an animal and it's country of origin: kiwi NEW ZEALAND, fish NEWFOUNDLAND, lion INDIA, moose CANADA, kangaroo AUSTRALIA, springbok SOUTH AFRICA. Reverse: Female figure of the mother country standing upon a globe, facing, two cherubs at her feet with cornucopia filled with fruits of the Empire; behind, a procession of Commonwealth subjects carrying produce. The edge inscribed KING'S HEATH JUBILEE SWEEPSTAKES 1935 Eimer 2030, BHM 4263 NEF, Death of Edward Duke of Windsor 1937 38mm diameter in silver by G.A.Holman Obverse head left, Edward Duke of Windsor 1894-1972 below, Reverse: A full blown rose, Eimer 2124EF unevenly toned, in a John Pinches box, Lusitania Medal 1915 A/UNC boxed, Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip 1972 51mm diameter in silver by John Pinches, Obverse: Conjoined busts left, SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF THE QUEEN AND THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH 1947-1972, Reverse: Two Royal shields and crests, each within the Garter, crowned cypher of the Queen , above, that of Prince Philip, Eimer 2125 Matt finish UNC boxed, Investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales 1969 32mm diameter in gilt bronze Eimer 2116, EF boxed, Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London, undated, 51mm diameter in gilt bronze by the Royal Mint UNC boxed, Coronation of George VI 1937 44mm diameter in lead? VG bent
Epping Forest, Royal Visit and Dedication 1882, 77mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria, left, crowned, veiled and draped, with a continuous border of roses, thistles and shamrocks. Reverse: Londonia standing opposite the Queen, seated, holds open a gate at the edge of a forest, allowing passage along it's winding pathway. IT GIVES ME THE GREATEST SATISFACTION TO DEDICATE THIS BEAUTIFUL FOREST FOR THE USE AND ENJOYMENT OF MY PEOPLE FOR ALL TIME. EPPING FOREST 6 MAY 1882. Eimer 1689, BHM 3128, Welch 17, 195.97 grammes, NEF/GVF the obverse with some minor surface marks. Note: This is number 17 of the series of medals commissioned by the Corporation of London, only 400 pieces were struck
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
St. Paul's Cathedral 1849 60mm diameter in bronze by J.Wiener, Obverse: View of St. Paul's cathedral, In Exergue: ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL LONDON, Reverse: A view of the interior. In Exergue: FOUNDED VI CENTURY, BURNT XI CENTURY,/ REBUILT IN STONE XII and XIII CENTy./ AGAIN BURNT 1666./ REBUILT IN ITS PRESENT STATE 1675-1710./ ARCHIT. CHRIST. WREN, Eimer 1505, BHM 2363, 89.23 grammes, EF with some flecks of uneven tone
Medals (3) Visit of Czar Alexander I to London 1814 43mm diameter in white metal by J.Westwood, Obverse: Uniformed Bust of Czar Alexander I right, ALEXANDER EMPEROR OF RUSSIA. BORN THE 23 OF DECEMBER 1777, Reverse: Fame flying left, HE SECURED AN HONOURABLE PEACE ON THE CONTINENT AND VISITED ENGLAND JUNE 1814, EF with some underlying lustre, pierced for suspension, BHM 849, listed as RR by BHM, KingGeorge III enters the 50th year of his reign, 48mm diameter in White metal by T. Halliday, Obverse: Bust right, draped and cuirassed, GOD SAVE THE KING, Reverse: IN COMMEMORATION OF GEORGE III KING OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND 25 OCTOBER 1809, legend in centre: HAVING THIS DAY COMMENCED THE 50th YEAR OF HIS REIGN BELOVED BY HIS PEOPLE HIS ACTIONS THE GLORY OF ALL HIS SUBJECTS: AND THE VENERATION OF ALL THE WORLD,BHM 642 NEF with some corrosion and some underlying lustre, Italy Medal the Submarine Sciré 23mm diameter in bronze, undated, with suspension loop attached, Reverse: R. Sommergibile Sciré, Reverse: A map of Africa NEF, A red seal Master General of the Ordnance, oval, 28mm x 32mm in a bakelite or similar shell 37mm inner diameter with 'Gale & Butler Engravers No.35 Crooked Lane, London ornate ticket affixed inside the lid, part of the screw top of the shell broken otherwise in fair second-hand condition, St. Constantine medal a die or seal in lead? 45mm diameter legend SCAPITVLI SCIST EPHANI COSTANTIEN in mirror image, and three figures worshipping, one kneeling, VF
Corporation of London - New Council Chamber, Guildhall London 1884 77mm diameter in bronze Obverse: A detailed interior view of the Council Chamber, flanked by two heraldic panels, THE NEW COUNCIL CHAMBER. GUILDHALL OF LONDON. OPENED 2ND OCTOBER 1884. In Exergue: The City of London shield. Reverse: Londinia standing before the Civic Chair, attended, right, by Mercury and Commerce addressing her Council, standing and seated before her. In Exergue: City Sword and Mace entwined by a ribbon bearing the city motto. Eimer 1705, BHM 3177 UNC or near so with minor cabinet friction
Blackfriars Bridge and Holborn Valley Viaduct Opened 1869 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, issued by the Corporation of LondonEimer 1604, BHM 2906, WE 1126, Welch 11, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REGINA F:D: Reverse: City shield in the centre linking two wreaths, each containing a view. HOLBORN VIADUCT above and BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE below. Londinia, left, with a scroll inscribed OPENED NOV.6 and Britannia, right, 1869 at the top, UNC with a subtle underlying pastel tone, Rare with only 400 struck
Marriage of the Duke of Edinburgh and Grand Duchess Marie of Russia 1874 30mm diameter by J.S. and A.B. Wyon, Obverse: Conjoined busts left MARIE ALEXANDROWNA * ALFRED, Reverse: DUKE AND DUCHESS OF EDINBURGH MARRIED 23rd JAN 1874 , BHM 2978, 13.72 grammes, A/UNC and lustrous, comes in a round box with 'MEDAL struck in LONDON International EXHIBITION 1874 by J.S & A.B. WYON MEDALLISTS TO THE QUEEN 287, Regent Street, London' on the lid
World War I 1914-1918 medals in silver (5) awarded to (1) 61106 Pte L.Walley Welsh R - died 22 February 1919, aged 20. (2) 197323 Cpl. A.S. Bray R.A.F. (3) 63508 Pte. A. Kemp North'd Fus. (4) 119293 Gnr. A. Wright R.A (5) T-364113 Dvr. S.Scaife A.S.C. VF to EF, along with a London City and Guilds Technical Examination Medal, awarded to Albert Priestley for Wool & Worstead Weaving, 1st Prize 1899, 72.36 grammes in silver, EF cleaned
Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 30mm diameter in bronze, Obverse: Jubilee style bust of the Queen VICTORIA D:G: REGINA ET IMPERATRIX F.D. Reverse: IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 60TH TYEAR OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA 26 JUNE 1897 crowned within a wreath. awarded to Cpl. J.L.Clark T.L.H. EF with some weakness on the lower part of the reverse legend. Comes with suspension ring and ribbon in the original Wyon box. The medal was made by Wyon of Regent Street, London, the bronze medal was awarded to selected Officers and other ranks involved in parades and the review at Spithead in June 1897
Medals and Tokens (5) Allied medallion 1914 35mm diameter, Obverse: Seven Allied leaders, Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, President Poincaire of France, King Albert I of Belgium, King George V of Great Britain, King Victor Emanuel III of Italy, Peter I of Serbia and Emperor Taisho of Japan. Reverse: A female figure representing Justice, right arm resting on a sword, which is impaled onto an eagle PRO CAUSA JUSTITIAE Good Fine, Capture of Portobello 1739, 26mm diameter in bronze legend with 'Admiral Varnon', Eimer 552 Fine, Pub Token Half Way House undated J. Wrigley Fine with G S 2 countermark, USA Token Chester A. Arthur 21st President 1881-1885 25mm diameter in base metal GVF, and Halfpenny Token 19th Century London undated Robert Warren, St. Martin's Lane, Withers 837 Near Fine
Holborn Restaurant 1874 (struck around 1895) 69mm diameter and weighing 236 grammes, struck in lead with a bronzed finish Eimer 1640, BHM 2990. Obverse: A group of figures congregated around a grand entrance HOLBORN. In exergue: RESTAURANT ESTd. 1874, Reverse: Couples dancing on a large ballroom floor. Below PRESENTED BY THE PROPRIETORS, to Mr. J.E. Thorpe Esq. July 7th 1897, VF with some edge bruises. A total of 34 inscriptions are so far recorded of the recipients of the medal between 1893 and 1897. Established in 1874, the restaurant was the grandest establishment of its kind in London and held a unique position in London social life. Many of its facilities were available for private hire, with the King's Hall capable of accommodating 500 diners. The room is described as the 'Home of Golf, Hockey and Tennis clubs holding Annual Reunions'. The restaurant operated until 1954. It was demolished in 1955.
China - The Chinese Exhibition undated (1843) 45mm diameter in white metal by Thomas Halliday, Birmingham, BHM 2107. Obverse: CHUN AH-YOU OF THE CHINESE COLLECTIUON above bust of Ah-You three-quarters right in mandarin's robes and cap. Reverse: Legend in thirteen lines: THE CELEBRATED / CHINESE COLLECTION / [FROM HYDE PARK CORNER] / VISITED BY THE QUEEN / THE QUEEN DOWAGER AND / ALL THE ROYAL FAMILY / NOW EXHIBITING IN LIVERPOOL / "THERE IS NO EXHIBITION CAN COMPARE / "WITH IT IN ORIENTAL RANDEUR / "AND BEAUTIFUL ARRANGMENT" / THE TIMES! / AH YOU WILL ATTEND EACH / DAY AND EVENING. with 1848 inscribed below. 25.23 grammes, NEF and lustrous. The collection was formed by Nathan Dunn a Philadelphia-born China Trade merchant, and was first exhibited in the city in 1839. A report of the exhibition states: 'What increases the interest of the scene is a young Chinese, in full costume, who walks around the hall in full costume explaining the exhibits to the visitors in a most amiable manner that shows he is gratified in being useful'. No doubt this is Chun Ah-You, who accompanied the exhibition to London in 1841. The exhibition was initially exhibited in Hyde Park in a special pagoda, and was open to the public from April to June 1842. After some repairs to the lanterns which were now lit by gas, the exhibition re-opened in November 1843 until the end of the year. The collection then returned to the United States following Dunn's death in 1844, and later returned to England again in 1851 for the Great Exhibition. On 10 December 1851 Christie's auctioned 'The Celebrated Assemblage...collected by the late Nathan Dunn'
World War I Death Plaque to Robert Gillis, Good Fine with some pitting, World War I Pair to 201369 Cpl. T.Hughes Welsh Regiment VF to GVF, World War I 1914-1948 medal in silver to 37060 G.T. Richardson M.G.C. VF, suspension bar bent, World War I pair to 5052 Sjt. D.B. Hobday Manchester Regiment mounted as worn, World War II 1939-1945 Medals (2) both GVF, World War II Defence Medals 1939-1945 (2) both VF one with some stains, World War II Stars (3) Africa Star, France and Germany Star and 1939-1945 Star VF to GVF, Miniatures World War I trio EF mounted on a small bar, boxed, Replica Miniatures (4) Africa Star, 1939-1945 War Medal, George Medal and IndiaGeneral Service Medal, Kings Medal 1912-1913 awarded by London County Council awarded to C.Passmore EF, USAAsiatic Pacific Campaign 1941-1945 EF, USA World War I Victory Medal EF, Cap Badges (3) RAF, Essex Regiment and Manchester Regiment, VF and a Scots Guards buckle VF
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
John Flaxman Laudatory Medal 1854 56mm diameter in silver, by Henry Weigall, Obverse: Bust of Flaxman left FLAXMAN, Reverse: a representation of Flaxman's bas-relief 'Mercury and Pandora', edge ART-UNION OF LONDON 1854, Eimer 1479, BHM 2530, 90.35 grammes, NEF, rare with only 30 struck
Medals (3) International Exhibition 1862 41mm diameter in silver by C.Schnitzpahn/J.Wiener Obverse: bust left TO THE COMMEMORATION OF HIS LATE R.H. THE PRINCE CONSORT ALBERT, Reverse: A façade of the exhibition building. INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 1862, Exergue: STAMPED IN THE BUILDING BY H. UHLHORN OF GREVENBROICH. PRUSSIA, Eimer 1556, BHM 2743, GEF with a hint of toning, Great Exhibition 1851 51mm diameter in white metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: busts left conjoined, QUEEN VICTORIA & PR: ALBERT within a wide wreath border, Reverse: View of the exhibition building, THE INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION LONDON. 1851. Exergue: PROPOSED BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT, DESIGNED BY JOSEPH PAXTON ESQ. F.L.S. ERECTED BY FOX, HENDERSON & CO. LENGTH 1848 FEET. WIDTH 456 FEET. , HEIGHT OF PRINCIPAL ROOF 66 FEET. HEIGHT OF TRANSEPT 108 FEET, GLAZED SURFACE 900,000 SUP FEET OCCUPIES 18 ACRES OF GROUND, ESTIMATED VALUE £150,000, Eimer 1462 A/UNC and lustrous, International Exhibition 1851 26mm diameter in white metal by Allen & Moore, Obverse: View of the Exhibition building THE BUILDING FOR THE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION Exergue: LONDON 1851, Reverse: Text in 11 lines: THE CONSTRUCTION IS OF IRON AND GLASS, 1848 FEET LONG, ABOUT HALF IS 456 FT WIDE, THE REMAINDERC 403 FT WIDE, 66 FT HIGH, SITE UPWARDS OF 20 ACRES, COST £150,000, JOSh. PAXTON ESq. ARCHT. EF
Jernegan's Lottery 1736 39mm diameter in Silver by J.S.Tanner Eimer 537 Obverse: Minerva standing between military trophies and emblems of the Arts and Sciences. BOTH HANDS FILL'D FOR BRITAIN. Exergue: GEORGE REIGNING. Reverse Caroline royally robed waters a grove of young palm trees. GROWING ARTS ADORN EMPIRE.. Exergue CAROLINE PROTECTING 1736, 20.22 grammes, Good Fine, Note: originally given to purchasers of a Lottery Ticket for a silver cistern made by Henry Jernegan (d.1761) a London goldsmith and banker
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
Military Medal - For Bravery In The Field, First Type, uncrowned head, awarded to 16805 Pte. J. Cheetham 10/L.N. Lanc: R. EF with some light scratches and hairlines in the fields, along with cap badge for the Loyal North LancashireRegiment. Also comes with copies of the Battalion War Diary (8 pages) and details regarding the award of his Military Medal, a list of the Roll of Individuals entitled to the 'War Badge', a copy of pages from the London Gazette detailing the King's approval of the award of the Military Medal 28th July 1917, and a copied record of his discharge from the Army on 31/1/1919
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
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 46mm diameter in silver by F.Bowcher. Obverse: Busts of Edward and Alexandra right, crowned and draped, EDWARD.VII. ALEXANDRA, Reverse: A Lion rampant with a monogram at the base PRESENTED BY R.THORNE & SONS. LIMITED. DISTILLERS. CORONATION. DAY. 26 JUNE 1902. 53.94 grammes, GEF in the black box of issue, with 'R.Thorne & Sons Greenock & London 26/6/02' embossed in gold on the lid, some ink marks on the inner lining. Note: The firm of R. Thorne & Sons was established in 1831 by Robert Thorne and was described in Harper's Directory as 'Whisky Distillers Blenders and Warehouse-keepers' based in Greenock where the company had it's main premises. The company was incorporated in 1892 and later expanded, acquiring two distilleries and a three-storey Italian Renaissance style office block was constructed in Greenock, along with a multi-storey warehouse block which still stands today.
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
ArmyMeritorious Service Medal, George V (type A), Second issue with fixed suspension, awarded to T-18697 Sjt. A.S.S. Major E.W.T.Whale R.A.S.C. NEF with a contact mark on the reverse, and some hairlines, along with Army Service Corps cap badge, and supplement to the London Gazette June 3rd 1919, detailing approval of the award of the medal.
Coronation of Edward VII 1902 31mm diameter in silver, The Official Royal Mint issue, by G.W. de Saulles, Eimer 1871, BHM 3737, 12.69 grammes, UNC or very near so with some contact marks, in a red box with 'Mansion House', CORONATION YEAR 1902. Right Hon.Sir. J.C. Dimsdale, Bart., M.P., Lord Mayor' in gold lettering on the lid. J.C. Dimsdale was knighted in 1894, in commemoration of the opening of Tower Bridge. He was Lord Mayor of London at the time of the Coronation, and in 1902 he carried the Crystal Sceptre of the City of London in front of King Edward VII at his Coronation. The 1902 Coronation Honours list was released on the intended coronation day on 26 June 1902, and announced that Dimsdale would receive a baronetcy. He was created Baronet, of Goldsmiths, Langdon Hills, in the County of Essex and of Lancaster Street in the Borough of Paddington in the County of London. In June 1902 he received the 2nd class of the Japanese Order of the Rising Sun from Prince Komatsu Akihito, who was received formally at Mansion House as part of his visit to the United Kingdom to attend the coronation. An interesting piece of Royalty-related history.
Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 46mm diameter in silver, Prooflike UNC, boxed, USA Bicentennial 1976 51mm diameter in silver, Proof like UNC, boxed, Medallic First Day Covers (6) First Flight of ConcordeLondon to Bahrain comprising Crown-sized medal in silver with GB and Bahrain stamps, UNC in the pack of issue, The Test CricketCentenary 1877-1977 comprising Crown sized medal in silver, with 5x 18p stamps, UNC in the wallet of issue, The America Bicentennial Medallic First Day Cover 1976 comprising medal 33mm diameter in silver and USA 13c stamps (4) UNC in the wallet of issue, USA/RussiaApollo Soyuz Space link 1975 (3), the first comprising Crown-sized silver medal Proof FDC, USA 10 Cent Stamp and Russia 20 Kopek stamp, in the wallet of issue, the second comprising USA Medal Crown-sized in silver Prooflike UNC with 10 Cent stamp, the third comprising Russia medal Crown-sized in silver Prooflike UNC with 2x 12 Kopek stamps, these both on the envelopes of issue, and FA Cup Centenary Medal 1972 Aston Villa EF
Ingots - Royal Palaces - a 12-ingot set in sterling silver by the Birmingham Mint each ingot depicting a different palace - Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, Brighton Pavilion, Hampton Court Palace, The Queen's House, Greenwich, St. James's Palace, The Dutch House, Kew Palace, Holyrood house, The Tower of London, Kensington Palace, Edinburgh Castle, and Caernarvon Castle, total weight 379.83 grammes, Prooflike UNC with some toning, in the box of issue with certificate, The Royal Standards - a 3-ingot set 1977 Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee by Yorkshire Mint in sterling silver, comprising the Standards of Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip and the Personal Standard of Queen Elizabeth II, total weight Prooflike UNC in the box of issue with certificate
Medals (3) Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze, by G.W.de Saulles, The Official Royal Mint issue, Eimer 1871, BHM 3737EF cleaned, in the Royal Mint box of issue. South London Working Classes Industrial Exhibition 1865 Medal of Merit 51mm diameter in bronze by R.W Martin and J.Moore Reverse MEDAL OF MERIT surrounded by names of artists, scientists inventors and other prominent people NEF boxed, the lid detached. 1901 Naval and Military Exhibition Eimer 1858, BHM 3734 38mm diameter in White Metal Obverse: Vignette containing the busts of Edward VII and Alexandra NAVAL & MILITARY EXHIBITION, Exergue: CRYSTAL PALACE 1901, Reverse: Vignette containing busts of Queen Victoria and Albert , below - a view of the Great Exhibition building JUBILEE OF THE GREAT EXHIBITION HYDE PARK SYDENHAM 1851 1901 NEF and lustrous
Medals a mixed group (14) 1897-1969 includes 1897 Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee, 39mm diameter in white metal BHM 3590, VF pierced for suspension, Medalet 1900 Queen Victoria Visit to Ireland 16mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension loop, 1901 Accession of Edward VII 28mm diameter in bronze VF with suspension loop, 1902 Coronation 35mm diameter by E. Fuchs, Eimer 1870 Good Fine, 1907 Opening of the Queen Alexandra Dock 51mm diameter by Spiridon & Son, Cardiff, Eimer 1900 GVF with patchy tone, 1911 Coronation of George V 32mm diameter in bronze, struck by the makers of Elect Cocoa UNC with suspension loop and ribbon, 1911 Coronation of George V - City of Birmingham issue 35mm diameter in bronze signed W.J.D GVF, pierced for suspension, 1935 George V Silver Jubilee Octagonal - County of Middlesex (2) the first 39mm diameter in white metal GVF with suspension loop, the second 32mm diameter in white metal EF, with suspension loop and ribbon, 1935 George V Silver Jubilee 35mm diameter in bronze Nottingham County Council Education committee GVF pierced for suspension, 1937 Coronation of Edward VIII 39mm diameter in base metal .British Made' EF pierced for suspension, 1937 Coronation of Edward VIII 39mm diameter in base metal 'British Made' Fine pierced for suspension with ribbon, 1969 Investiture of the Prince of Wales 31mm diameter in bronze Eimer 2116 EF and lustrous, and 1907 London County Council Punctual Attendance Medal awarded to K.Garbett EF
Medals in Bronze (4) Cambridge University undated (2) 51mm diameter in bronze, Reverse: Winged foot within a wreath, the first GVF with some Verdigris, the second NEF, City and Guilds Ordinary Technical Examination, 51mm diameter by E.D. Jackman, awarded to Samuel Sant, Pottery & Porcelain Fifth Prize NEF, London To Brighton Relay Race, organised by the 'News of the World' 44mm diameter in bronze ,Reverse: Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament with inset of Brighton Aquarium, VF
Royal Exchange Opened 1844 Eimer 1390, BHM 2173 51mm diameter in white metal by Allen&Moore, Obverse: Conjoined draped busts of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the Queen diademed, QUEEN VICTORIA & PR. ALBERT in a crowned open wreath on a wide border, Reverse: View of the Royal Exchange building NEW ROYAL EXCHANGE LONDON, FOUNDED BY SIR THOMAS GRESHAM KNT:1566 etc. In Exergue: FIRST STONE LAID JAN 19 1842 BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT, OPENED BY H.M.G.M. VICTORIA OCTr 28 1844, GVF
Corporation of London - New Council Chamber, Guildhall London 1884 77mm diameter in bronze Obverse: A detailed interior view of the Council Chamber, flanked by two heraldic panels, THE NEW COUNCIL CHAMBER. GUILDHALL OF LONDON. OPENED 2ND OCTOBER 1884. In Exergue: The City of London shield. Reverse: Londinia standing before the Civic Chair, attended, right, by Mercury and Commerce addressing her Council, standing and seated before her. In Exergue: City Sword and Mace entwined by a ribbon bearing the city motto. Eimer 1705, BHM 3177 Bright GEF, comes in a different Corporation of London box, The box lid states - Presented to the Burgomasters and Aldermen of Belgium to commemorate their visit to the City of London 14th May 1888 --- The Right Hon. Polydore de Keyser, Lord Mayor, Sheriffs: Major Horatio David Davies, William Alpheus Higgs Esq.. The medal which was intended for this box was commissioned but never issued, so the box extremely rare and sought after by collectors of this series
Prince Albert, Freedom of the City of London 1885 a 2-medal set, both 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1717, BHM 3182, Welch 20, Obverse: Bust right, within a wreath of roses, shamrocks and thistles, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT VICTOR EDWARD OF WALES. BORN JANUARY 8th 1864, Reverse: The Prince and Princess of Wales, together with the Lord Mayor, presiding as Prince Albert Victor received the Freedom from the Chamberlain. RECEIVING THE FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON JUNE 29th 1885. In Exergue: The City Arms, very minor friction to the highest points only, A/UNC to UNC, in the maroon Corporation of the City of London box of issue with gilt lettering on the lid
Coal Exchange Opened 1849, 89mm diameter in bronze by B.Wyon, Eimer 1435, BHM 2357, Welch 6, Obverse: Central portrait medallion of Victoria, surrounded by those of Prince Albert, The Prince of Wales and The Princess Royal, NEW COAL EXCHANGE OPENED OCT 30th 1849 BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT ON BEHALF OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA. Reverse: Interior of the Coal Exchange, with heraldic devices on either side, Below: City of London Shield and motto, THE Rt Hon'ble SR JAMES DUKE LORD MAYOR JOHN WOOD ESQre CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITEE - JAMES B. BUNNING ESQre ARCHITECT, UNC or near so with a few scattered spots, in a Corporation of the City of London box, only 350 issued
Victor Emmanuel II Visit to the City of London 1855, 76mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1499 by B.Wyon, issued by the Corporation of London Obverse: Bust left, VICTORIUS EMMANUEL II REX SARDINIAE IN LONDINIUM A PRAESIDE CIVIBUSQUE RECEPTUS Reverse: Britannia seated right, Londinia standing at her side, welcomes the standing figure of Sardinia, LIBERI LIBERIS GRATULANTUR SOCIIS Exergue: Dec.4 1855 divided by the City shield UNC toned in the original Corporation of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 350 struck
The Britannia Commemorative Society a 30-medal set each medal 44mm diameter in .999 silver medals depicting Benjamin Disraeli, Henry VIII, Lawrence of Arabia, Richard III, Francis Bacon, The Royal Navy, Westminster Abbey, The Black Prince, John and Sarah Churchill, Gilbert and Sullivan, Boadicea, The Battle of El Alamein (2), Conquest of Mount Everest, Inigo Jones and Sir Christopher Wren, London Guildhall, Gordon and Kitchener, Henry II and Eleanor - The First Plantagenets, Christopher Marlowe and Ben Jonson, Robert Bruce, George Bernard Shaw, The Four Saints - George, David, Patrick and Andrew, Duke of Monmouth Rebellion, Clive of India, Roman Britain, Rudyard Kipling, Jonathan Swift, Jacobites, Henry V, Queen Elizabeth II each issued by the Britannia Society, Prooflike UNC, a few with light toning, total weight 40 troy oz. in the large black album of issue
George I of Greece, Visit to the City of London 1880 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1668, BHM 3077, Welch 16, Obverse: Head of George I left, GEORGE 1st. KING OF THE HELLENES, Reverse: Londinia, accompanied by Britannia welcomes Hellas, beyond, St. Paul's Cathedral, left, and Parthenon right. In Exergue: JUNE 16. 1880, UNC with some light verdigris on the reverse, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued
Marriage of George, Duke of York, to Princess Mary of Teck 1893, 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1780, BHM 3452, Welch 25, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, Bust of Mary draped, T.R.H. THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF YORK MDCCCXCIII, Reverse: The couple advancing in a triumphal car driven by Cupid and drawn by two horses, left, approach an archway inscribed FELICITAS and GM monogram and are welcomed by Londinia. In Exergue : JULY 6. 1893, UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
City of LondonImperialVolunteers 1900, 76mm diameter in bronze by G.Frampton, Eimer 1848, BHM 3684, Obverse: A soldier of the C.I.V proclaimed by a fanfare and welcomed by Londinia seated on a dais, around- oak branches entwined with 14 labels commemorating the C.I.Vs various actions in the South African War. In Exergue: PRO PATRIA REGINA ET VRBE, Reverse: The Union and C.I.V. flags flying on a hill surrounded by trees, sun on horizon and cannons in the foreground. In Exergue: THE CITY OF LONDON IMPERIAL VOLVNTEERS RAISED AND EQVIPPED FOR THE WAR IN SOUTH AFRICA BY THE CITIZENS OF LONDON FORMED DECEMBER 1899 RETVRNED TO LONDON OCTOBER 1900, GEF in a Corporation of the City of London box, only 550 issued
City of London School, New Buildings 1882, 77mm diameter in bronze by J.S and A.B.Wyon, Eimer 1690, BHM 3133, Welch 18, Obverse: Busts right, conjoined, ALBERT EDWARD ALEXANDRA, Reverse: A façade of the school building, flanked by the shields of the Prince of Wales, left, and the City of London, right, CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL NEW BUILDINGS OPENED , In Exergue: BY HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES 12 DEC. 1882, UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued
King Edward VII and Alexandra, Visit to the City of London 1902, 76mm diameter in bronze by Searle & Co. Eimer 1874, BHM 3868, Obverse: Busts left, conjoined and draped, Alexandra crowned IN HONOUR OF THE VISIT OF THEIR MAJESTIES KING EDWARD VII AND QUEEN ALEXANDRA TO THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF LONDON 25.OCT. 1902. Reverse: Londonia presents a welcoming address to the King and Queen seated, right, upon a dais. To the left, a ribbon inscribed CIVIVM AMOR ET FIDES and to right, a fanfare blown by Fame, beyond, a facade of the Guildhall, In Exergue: A sceptre and mace, A/UNC with minor cabinet friction, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 300 issued
Medals Tokens and more a varied group, comprising Medals (7) Cambridge University 1855 50mm diameter in bronze GVF, Paris Universal Exposition/ D'Honneur a Alexandre 1855 50mm diameter in brass Fine, Good Conduct/Reward of Merit 45mm diameter in bronze by Allman, London EF, Sheffield Union of the Order of Druids 53mm diameter in white metal GVF holed, Israel - Israel's 20th Anniversary 1948-1968 60mm diameter in brass GVF, Prize Medals (2) Corporation of the City of Manchester 56mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Awarded to J.G.Stark and Co. for Cox's . Save All Stove price £6-6-0 EF, Gardener - Prestwood 51mm diameter in brass, awarded to George Salter ESQ. / F.Watkiss Reverse: A basket of flowers NEF with a few tone spots, Prize medals (7) GB, France and Germany, GB includes Golf, Cricket and Athletics, most in silver with some hallmarked, France Ministry of Commerce and Industry (awarded 1903) and Germany Friedrich Von Schiller/ Bell Ringers Fine to GVF, Shilling VictoriaJubilee Head enamelled in 5 colours, Fair workmanship, South Africa Shilling 1896 Fine, brooch mounted, Brazil 1000 Reis 1901 Near Fine with brooch mount and pin, Theatre Tokens (7) The Armada - Drury Lane 1888 VF, holed, Wyndham's Jelfs - Gerald du Maurier (2), in copper VF, in brass Good Fine, Prince of Wales, London - The Golden Parisian Revue, Good Fine, Admittance tokens (3) 1817/Paid, Inn and Pub Tokens (4) all undated, Five Pence Black Lion/Bishop Good Fine, Threepence Albion Hotel - Val Watkins, and 2 1/2 Pence Albion Hotal - Val Watkins (2) VF to GVF, Hampshire undated Floating Bridge Company - Gosport side Fine
Alexander II, Visit to the City of London 1874 a 2-medal set both 77mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, Eimer 1634, BHM 2981, Welch 14, Obverse: Bust left, uniformed. ALEXANDER II RUSSORUM IMPERATOR. Reverse: Londinia, attended by two cupids, welcomes the Czar standing opposite her. Peace, her wings outstretched, stands over the couple, To left, an altar decorated with the Russian eagle. SERVORUM EMNACIPATOR LIBERAE CIVITATIS HOSPES XVIII MAII MDCCCLXXIV. In Exergue: LONDINI, UNC toning in places with the odd small spot, in the brown Corporation of the City of London 2-medal box with gilt lettering on the lid, the 2-medal sets seldom offered
Colonial and Indian Reception, Guildhall, London 1886 a 2-medal set both 77mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Eimer 1726, BHM 3214, Welch 21, Obverse: A mantle decorated with the Royal Shield, crowned, from which hang three Colonial shields upon crossed flags, PEACE UNITY CONCORD on a ribbon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE COLONIAL & INDIAN RECEPTION AT THE GUILDHALL . LONDON 1886. Reverse: A detailed interior view of the Guildhall . In Exergue: City shield and motto, traces of a small spot in the obverse field of one medal, otherwise UNC in the original Corporation of the City of London 2-medal box with gilt lettering on the lid, the 2-medal sets seldom offered. BHM states that the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that in view of the approaching visit of our Colonial and Indian brethren to this country, it is expedient that this Corporation do recognise the occasion, and that a special Ward committee be appointed to consider and report as to the best manner of doing this, thereby cementing the bond of union between this country and her Colonies and her Indian Empire". As a result a service was held at St. Paul's and a reception and ball held at the Guildhall. There were 4500 guests
Prince of Wales, National Thanksgiving 1872, 77mm diameter in bronze by J.S & A.B. Wyon, Eimer 1618, BHM 2928, Welch 12, Obverse: Londinia, attended by Britannia, invites the Queen and the Prince of Wales into St. Paul's Cathedral. In Exergue: I WAS GLAD WHEN THEY SAID UNTO ME LET US GO INTO THE HOUSE OF THE LORD, Reverse: Interior of St. Paul's with the Royal Procession and congregation, ornamental end panels decorated with the Royal Arms and ribbon inscribed NATIONAL THANKSGIVING, left, and City shield and ribbon inscribed St. PAUL'S LONDON, right. Two upright supports inscribed FOR THE RECOVERY OF H.R.H. THE PRINCE OF WALES, In Exergue: 27 FEB. 1872, UNC toned, in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 issued, Ex-London Coins Auction A161 2/6/2018 Lot 996 hammer price £300
Mayoralty of the City of London 700th Anniversary 1889, 81mm diameter in bronze by A.Kirkwood & Son, Eimer 1752, BHM 3377, Welch 23, Obverse: Busts, crowned and draped, of RICHARD I. 1189 and VICTORIA 1889, facing each other, within two open circular frames; a vignette of seven interlaced circles, above, and one of St. George and the Dragon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE 700th ANNIVERSARY OF THE MAYORALTY OF THE CITY OF LONDON . MDCCCLXXXIX. Reverse: Londinia seated, right, receives symbols of Mayoralty from St. Michael standing before her; above, a radiate crown. Beyond: St. Paul's and the Tower. THE POWERS THAT BE ARE ORDAINED OF GOD. In Exergue: 1189-1889 UNC in the Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Princess Alexandra of Denmark, Entry to the City of London 1863, 77mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Eimer 1561, BHM 2783, Welch 9, Obverse: Bust left, ALEXANDRA, Reverse: Londinia with attendants, welcomes Alexandra accompanied by the Prince of Wales, WELCOME ALEXANDRA, In Exergue: MAR: 1863 divided by the City of London shield, UNC in the red Corporation of the City of London box, some tears to the inner lid, the outer lid with the description in gilt lettering, only 350 issued
Christian IX and Louise, Visit of the City of London 1893, a 2-medal set, both 75mm diameter in bronze, by F.Bowcher, Eimer 1783, BHM 3454, Welch 26, Obverse: Busts, right conjoined and draped, Louise diademed, Christian IX uniformed, CHRISTIANUS IX ET LOUISE D:G: DANIAE V:G: REX ET REGINA, Reverse: Londinia seated left almost facing, beside a pedestal decorated with the Danish shield to right, and holding a streaming pennant inscribed WELCOME CHRISTIAN IX TO LONDON. Beyond: a facade of Guildhall In Exergue: 8th JULY 1893, A/UNC to UNC in the 2-medal Corporation of the City of London box with full description of the medals inside the lid, with gilt lettering on the outer lid, the two-medal sets seldom seen
Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837, 55mm diameter in bronze by W.Wyon, Eimer 1304, BHM 1775, Welch 5, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left, diademed VICTORIA REGINA, Reverse: Façade of the Guildhall, In Exergue: IN HONOUR OF HER MAJESTY'S VISIT TO THE CITY OF LONDON 9th NOV : 1837, NEF with some small edge nicks, in a modern presentation box
Epping Forest, Royal Visit and Dedication 1882, 75mm diameter in bronze by C.Wiener, Eimer 1689, BHM 3128, Welch 17, Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria, left, crowned, veiled and draped, with a continuous border of roses, thistles and shamrocks. Reverse: Londonia standing opposite the Queen, seated, holds open a gate at the edge of a forest, allowing passage along it's winging pathway. The reverse legend not struck, 173.33 grammes, otherwise VF/GVF a curious piece
Colonial and Indian Reception, Guildhall, London 1886, 77mm diameter in bronze by Elkington & Co. Eimer 1726, BHM 3214, Welch 21, Obverse: A mantle decorated with the Royal Shield, crowned, from which hang three Colonial shields upon crossed flags, PEACE UNITY CONCORD on a ribbon below. TO COMMEMORATE THE COLONIAL & INDIAN RECEPTION AT THE GUILDHALL . LONDON 1886. Reverse: A detailed interior view of the Guildhall . In Exergue: City shield and motto, UNC in the original Corporation of the City of London box with gilt lettering on the lid, only 450 issued
Blackfriars Bridge and Holborn Valley Viaduct Opened 1869 76mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, issued by the Corporation of LondonEimer 1604, BHM 2906, WE 1126, Welch 11, Obverse: Bust left, crowned, VICTORIA D:G: BRIT: REGINA F:D: Reverse: City shield in the centre linking two wreaths, each containing a view. HOLBORN VIADUCT above and BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE below. Londinia, left, with a scroll inscribed OPENED NOV.6 and Britannia, right, 1869 at the top UNC with a small spot in the obverse field, in the original Corporation of the City of London box with the gilt lettering on the lid, only 400 struck, Ex-London Coins Auction A161 2/6/2018 Lot 953 hammer price £280
City of LondonImperialVolunteers 1900, 76mm diameter in bronze by G.Frampton, Eimer 1848, BHM 3684, Obverse: A soldier of the C.I.V proclaimed by a fanfare and welcomed by Londinia seated on a dais, , around- oak branches entwined with 14 labels commemorating the C.I.Vs various actions in the South African War. In Exergue: PRO PATRIA REGINA ET VRBE, Reverse: The Union and C.I.V. flags flying on a hill surrounded by trees, sun on horizon and cannons in the foreground. In Exergue: THE CITY OF LONDON IMPERIAL VOLVNTEERS RAISED AND EQVIPPED FOR THE WAR IN SOUTH AFRICA BY THE CITIZENS OF LONDON FORMED DECEMBER 1899 RETVRNED TO LONDON OCTOBER 1900, UNC in a Corporation of the City of London box, only 550 issued
Queen Victoria, Visit to the City of London 1837 61mm diameter in bronze by J.Barber, Eimer 1303, BHM 1772, WE 62, Obverse: Bust of Victoria, left., crowned, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA REGINA, below: PUBLISHED BY GRIFFITH & HYAMS, Reverse: Victoria standing beneath a canopy, attended by Britannia, is welcomed by the Lord Mayor, City Arms above, WELCOME, In Exergue: IN COMMEMORATION OF HER MAJESTYS. VISIT. TO THE. CITY. OF. LONDON. NOVr 9th 1837 THE RIGHT HONORle JOHN. COWAN. LORD. MAYOR, GVF in red box with gilt lettering on the lid
A group of medals in white metal (7) 1827 Death of George Canning, Eimer 1195, BHM 1304 NEF and lustrous, 1830 Death of George IV, Reverse: a crowned urn on a plinth, inscribed DIED JUNE 26th 1830, UNC or near so with good lustre, 1831 Coronation of William IVEimer 1250, BHM 1485 NEF, 1842 Thames Tunnel Completed, 44mm diameter by Davis, Birmingham, GVF with some lustre, 1843 Thames Tunnel Opened, 38mm by J.Taylor, Birmingham, EF and lustrous with some contact marks, Ten Hours Bill 1848 Eimer 14213, BHM 2306, 39mm diameter, by Green & Co. London, Obverse: Bust of the Queen left GOD SAVE THE QUEEN ROYAL ASCENT 8th JUNE 1847, Reverse: a family seated around a table, In Exergue: EVENINGS AT HOME/TEN HOURS BILL/1st MAY 1848, NVF, and Death of Queen Victoria 1901 39mm diameter in aluminium, GVF
Centenary of Wesleyan Methodism 1839 a 2-medal set both 48mm diameter in bronze by C.F.Carter, the first Eimer 1329b, BHM 1895, Obverse: Bust left, draped, JOHN WESLEY.M.A. BORN JUNE 14th 1703. DIED MARCH 2nd 1791, Reverse: Façade of building CENTENARY OF WESLYAN METHODISM. 1839. 'THE WORLD IS MY PARISH'. In Exergue : CENTENARY HALL AND MISSION HOUSE LONDON. EF/GEF, the second Eimer 1330 variety, Obverse: Bust of Charles Wesley facing, three-quarters left CHARLES WESLEY M.A. BORN 1708 DIED MARh 29. 1788. Reverse: CENTENARY OF WESLYAN METHODISM 1839, 'GOD BURIES HIS WORKMEN, BUT CARRIES ON HIS WORK. and inscription in 6 lines: O FOR A TRUMPET VOICE, ON ALL THE WORLD TO CALL! TO BID THEIR HEARTS REJOICE. IN HIM WHO DIED FOR ALL! FOR ALL, MY LORD WAS CRUCIFIED FOR ALL FOR ALL MY SAVIOUR DIED, this medal not usually found with this reverse, mentioned as a footnote to Eimer 1330, BHM does not mention that these are known as a pair, EF with the odd small carbon spot, in a red 2-medal contemporary box
Prince Albert, Freedom of the City of London 1885 77mm diameter in bronze by G.G.Adams, Eimer 1717, BHM 3182, Welch 20, Obverse: Bust right, within a wreath of roses, shamrocks and thistles, H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT VICTOR EDWARD OF WALES. BORN JANUARY 8th 1864, Reverse: The Prince and Princess of Wales, together with the Lord Mayor, presiding as Prince Albert Victor received the Freedom from the Chamberlain. RECEIVING THE FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON JUNE 29th 1885. In Exergue: The City Arms, GVF/VF with some scratches and some dirt in the legend, this possibly removable with care
Thomas Lawrence, Art Union of London 1860, 56mm diameter in bronze by G.G Adams, Obverse: Bust left LAWRENCE behind, Reverse: Standing figure of the Duke of Wellington unformed, from a painting by Lawrence, ART UNION OF LONDON 1860 UNC
General Strike, Service Medal 1926 Eimer 2003, BHM 4210, 51mm diameter in bronze by E.Gillick, Obverse Helmeted figure of Britannia seated left, hand resting on a shield, holds out a laurel, in the field winged emblem of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway Company, between a rose and a thistle, FOR SERVICE IN NATIONAL EMERGENCY MAY 1926, Reverse: An allegory of three draped figures standing with their backs to each other, two locomotives resting upon their outstretched hands LARGITAS MVNERIS SALVS REIPVBLICAE UNC in the brown box of issue, the box with some tears
Victoria and related (5) Golden Jubilee 1887 39mm diameter in bronze by Heaton, Birmingham Obverse: Head left, diademed, VICTORIA REG: JUBILEE YEAR, Reverse: QUEEN OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EMPRESS OF INDIA BORN MAY 24th 1819, ASCENDED THE THRONE JUNE 20th 1837 MARRIED FEB 10th 1840, BHM 3248 UNC, Diamond Jubilee 1897 (2) the first BHM 3559/3560 39mm diameter in White Metal by J.A.Restall, Obverse: Diademed Veiled Head of the Queen VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS DIAMOND JUBILEE 1897 Reverse: Britannia seated right in front of an ornate plaque, along pennant flies from the trident COMMEMORATION OF H.G.M. QUEEN VICTORIA's REIGN, UNC in the round box of issue, the second 38mm diameter in White Metal, by F.Bowcher, Obverse: Crowned, Veiled, Laureate and draped bust left VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, Reverse: Four Medallions, entwined with ribbons, on which are portraits of Queen Victoria, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of York and Prince Edward, BHM 3529 EF, Great Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations 1851 38mm diameter in White metal by W.J.Taylor, Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert left H.R.H PRINCE ALBERT. STRUCK IN THE BUILDING OF THE EXHIBITION, Reverse: Royal Arms with supporters GRETA EXHIBITION OF THE INDUSTRY OF ALL NATIONS LONDON 1851, BHM 2459 VF, France - Exposition Universelle de Londres 1862 50mm diameter in White Metal by A.Bovy Obverse: Bust of Queen Victoria laureate, left VICTORIA REINE D'ANGLETERRE, Reverse: A view of the Exhibition Hall , In Exergue: EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE DE LONDRES 1862 GVF boxed, along with France - Louis Napoleon Bonaparte 50mm diameter in bronze by Barre (1850), Obverse: Bust left LOUIS NAPOLEON BONAPARTE, Reverse: PRESIDENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE ELU LE 10 DECEMBRE 1848 PAR 5576397 SUFFces, in 7 lines, all within a wreath,. EF, Coronation of George VI 47mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Busts of George VI and Queen Elizabeth both crowned and draped, Reverse: Britannia standing in an archway, holding a crown aloft, CROWNED A.D.1937 VF, Hanbury Memorial Prize, Alexandra, Princess of Wales 1864 50mm diameter in bronze by J.S and A.B. Wyon, Obverse: Bust left ALEXANDRA PRINCESS OF WALES, Reverse: HANBURY MEMORIAL PRIZE on a scroll HOME FOR LITTLE BOYS ESTABLISHED 1864 VF
George VSilver Jubilee 1935 51mm diameter in bronze diameter in bronze by Turner and Simpson, Obverse: Busts left conjoined, crowned and draped, GEORGE . V. MARY, a continuous border of six pairs of panels each containing an animal and it's country of origin: kiwi NEW ZEALAND, fish NEWFOUNDLAND, lion INDIA, moose CANADA, kangaroo AUSTRALIA, springbok SOUTH AFRICA. Reverse: Female figure of the mother country standing upon a globe, facing, two cherubs at her feet with cornucopia filled with fruits of the Empire; behind, a procession of Commonwealth subjects carrying produce. Eimer 2030, BHM 4263 VF with old mountings edge holes filled at 1 and 11 o'clock. Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 (3) 38mm Obverse: Crowned and veiled bust left VICTORIA REGINA, TO. COMMEMORATE. THE . 60th . YEAR OF. HER. MAJEST'S . REIGN . 1837-1897 Reverse: A1 FAR FAMED CAKES AND BISCUITS ARE THE BEST by H.Gruebert, London (3) VF, GVF and NEF
Opening of London Bridge 1831 51mm diameter in copper by B.WyonEimer 1245, Obverse: Bust right WILLIAM THE FOURTH, Reverse: Five-arched bridge spanning river . LONDON BRIDGE, In Exergue: COMMENCED 15 JUNE 1825 OPENED 1 AUGUST 1831 GVF, Ex-Downies Auction 325 17-19 October 2017 Lot 659
Alexander II, Visit to the City of London 1874, Eimer 1634/BHM 2981, Welch 14, A uniface reverse medal, Reverse: Londinia, attended by two cupids, welcomes the Czar standing opposite her. Peace, her wings outstretched, stands over the couple, To left, an altar decorated with the Russian eagle. SERVORUM EMNACIPATOR LIBERAE CIVITATIS HOSPES XVIII MAII MDCCCLXXIV. In Exergue: LONDINI VF, cleaned and lacquered, unusual. Joseph Fry Bicentenary 1928, 51mm diameter in bronze, by H.Youngman, Eimer 2013, BHM 4221, Obverse: Bust left, draped and wearing a hat, JOSEPH FRY 1728-1787, Reverse: A flourishing cocoa plant upon the globe, J.S.FRY & SONS Ltd BICENTENARY 1928, UNC boxed. Sinking of the S.S. Lusitania 1915 55mm diameter Eimer 1941A, BHM 4118 EF with some rust spots, boxed with newspaper cutting, the box lid detached. Replica Oliver CromwellDeath Medal, original by J.Dassier 37mm diameter in white metal EF. 150th Anniversary of the World's First Public Railway, by the Nordon Art Company, Obverse: Bust of George Stephenson facing, Father of the Railways, 1781-1848, Reverse: The 'Locomotion No.1' 1825 and British Rail High Speed Train 1975, WORLD'S FIRST PUBLIC RAILWAY. THEC STOCKTON & DARLINGTON , UNC and lustrous, boxed
Medals, Badges, and buttons (37) in base metal, includes a London County Council 1912-1913 bronze King's medal EF, a World War I Victory Medal, a World War IIDefence medal, and a small silver horseshoe 3.68 grammes, in mixed grades
Reform Bill 1832 51mm diameter in bronze by B.Wyon, Eimer 1254, BHM 1603, Welch 3, Obverse: REFORM IN THE REPRESENTATION OF THE PEOPLE IN THE COMMONS HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT 1832, crown above within a wreath decorated by the City of London Shield, Reverse: Liberty kneeling, presents a bill of REFORM to Britannia who stands before a plaque, inscribed GREY BROUGHAM ALTHORP RUSSELL on which rests a medallion of WILLIAM THE FOURTH. In Exergue: 2nd and 3rd WILLIAM IV, GVF with some dirt in the devices
A pair of medals in white metal (2) comprising (1) London Bridge Opened 1831, 26mm diameter in white metal by B.Wyon, Eimer 1247, BHM 1545, Obverse: City of London Shield, crest and motto, Reverse: LONDON BRIDGE COMMENCED 15. JUNE 1825 OPENED 1. AUGUST 1831, Above: Bridge of the Bridge-House Estates, Issued by the Corporation of the City of London, GVF, (2) Reform Bill 1832 50mm diameter in white metal by T. Halliday, Eimer 1256, BHM 1587, Obverse: portrait medallion of KING WILLIAM IV. KING OF GREAT BRITAIN in a central circle, around three segments detailing the text of the Reform Bill, Reverse: Justice and Mercury observe Britannia, brandishing a sword, who drives Corruption , holding a money-bag, into the sea. Above: a radiate triangle inscribed KING LORDS COMMONS. BRITANNIA SUPPORTED BY JUSTICE DRIVES CORRUPTION FROM THE CONSTITUTION. In Exergue: MDCCCXXXII, NVF
City of London School 1834 58mm diameter in bronze by B.Wyon, Eimer 1279, BHM 1680, Issued by the Corporation of London. Obverse: Façade of the school building, CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL, In Exergue: FOUNDED BY THE CORPORATION 1834 I.B.BUNNING ARCH. Reverse: Knowledge seated right, instructs a youth who leans upon a tablet, inscribed IOHN CARPENTER 1447, and decorated with the City Arms FOR THE RELIGIOUS & VIRTUOUS EDUCATION OF BOYS & THEIR INSTRUCTION IN LITERATURE & USEFUL KNOWLEDGE. EF with a few small spots
Medals and Tokens a collection in an album (106) includes German States - Prussia 1757 Friedrich - Victory in Prague, Good Fine, White metal 19th Century issues (29) in mixed grades to EF, Death of William Pitt 1806, Queen Victoria Visit to London 1837 Eimer 1303 VF, a wide variety and a useful group
Death Plaque and Military Medal - Bravery in the Field, , to Pte. Charles Smith 9th LondonRegiment (Queen Victoria's Rifles) along with Buckingham Palace letter signed by KingGeorge V, and scroll both affixed to card. He is buried at Bronfay Farm Military Cemetery, Bray - Sur - Somme, II. F.69, France, Death Plaque VF, Medal EF with some hairlines
Medals (8) Queen VictoriaDiamond Jubilee 1897 56mm diameter in silver, the Official Royal Mint issue VF, Coronation of Edward VII 1902 56mm diameter in bronze Fine, cleaned, Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria 1887 77mm diameter in bronze Eimer 1733 the Official Royal Mint issue, Fine cleaned, Visit of Alexander II of Russia to London 1874 77mm diameter in bronze, Eimer 1634 by C.Wiener, Fine, cleaned, St. George's ChurchLeicester 1823 laying of the foundation stone, 64mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Christopher Columbus 400th Anniversary of The Landing of Columbus 1892 76mm diameter in bronze, Fine, cleaned, Fine Arts Exhibition 1873 70mm diameter in lead by G.T.Morgan, Eimer 1622 Obverse: Bust of Prince Albert left, Reverse Facade of buildings including the Royal Albert Hall VF, Prize Medal 1920 Southern Counties Cross Country Championship - Orion Harriers, awarded to A.E.Blunden 35mm diameter in bronze EF
The Volunteer Officer's Decoration (instituted 1892) VR cypher, in silver-gilt awarded to Major John Wood 4.V.B Ches. Regt No.155, (hallmarked London 1895), EF with ribbon, without top bar
Queen Victoria Jubilee Medallion 1887, the obverse with centre picture of the Queen, with details of her Birth, Coronation, Marriage, and Golden Jubilee, the reverse with the first two verses of the National Anthem 36mm cross-shaped with blue ribbon, VF, Opening of The Birmingham University 1909 Obverse: Conjoined busts left, of KingEdward VII and Queen Alexandra, Reverse: 4-line inscription on a scroll GEF boxed, Coronation of George V City of Birmingham 35mm diameter in bronze, GEF holed with suspension loop and ribbon, The King's Medal 1911 32mm diameter in bronze by F. Ransom, Reverse: A crowned shield within a wreath with the legend 'Awarded by the London Covnty Covncil for Attendance, Condvct and Indvstry Dvring The Year in ten lines EF/AU, together with pins (4) L.C.C. and 1911-12, and two with floral decoration, First World War Medal, awarded to 21892 Pte. H. Ashman E. Lan. R. Fine with no suspension mount, World War II stars 1939-45 and Pacific Stars miniature copies with ribbons, Fine
Simon de Passe Counters or Gambling Counters in silver (2) Henry III and Edward II each depicting a half length portrait of the monarch, with details of the monarch's reign, and with coat of arms on the reverse also incuse, both designs incuse, pleasing VF, Medal, Treaty of Ryswick - Fortunes of Prince James 1697 25mm diameter by N.Roettier, Obverse: Bust left, IAC: WALLIAE PRINCEPS, Reverse: Dove with olive branch fly above a calm sea, MANSVRAE N. VNTIA PACIS: with date in exergue, Eimer 377 NVF with some pitting, Medal The Great War - LiverpoolVictoria Legal Friendly Society 20mm, diameter in 9 carat gold, 2.32 grammes, presented to L.E.Milton Good Fine with loop mount at the top, Guinea Weight James I, Obverse: Bust right half length.I.R..MA.BRI. Reverse: Crowned XXI S in two lines Good Fine, Pennies (2) Edward I with much of the legend worn, Henry III Long Cross, London Mint moneyer Nicole Fine, heavily die-clashed
International Society of Postmasters a collection of 13 Silver Crown-sized Proofs, January 1975-January 1976 issues, nFDC to FDC housed in the album of issue, along with Chinese Coins a 10 coin set of Cash Coinage 1644-1911 covering Shun-Chi to Shuen-Tung dynasties, these modern replicas, as made, Straits Settlements One Cent 1884 VG, Ceylon 10 Cents 1944 VG, Singapore 5 Dollars 1981 Changi Airport UNC in a slide case, GB (15) Five Pound Crowns (2) 1990 Queen Mother 90th Birthday, 1993 Coronation 40th Anniversary, Fifty Pence 1973 EEC, Florins (3) 1963, 1965, 1966, Shillings (7) 1948S, 1954E, 1954S, 1955S, 1956E, 1958S, 1966S, Penny 1967, Halfpenny 1965 in mixed grades, Medals (4) SEAP Games 1973 UNC in the slide case of issue, Greenwich Meridian 1984 in bronze UNC, London Zoo 2000 in bronze UNC, Singapore Jurong Bird Park 40mm diameter, undated, in Bronze UNC
George III Visited Lyndhurst, Lymington Southampton and Weymouth 1789 bronze 30mm VF, Marquis of Granby British Hero 27mm bronze Fine, The Prince of Wales Model Sovereign 1854 VictoriaYoung Head obverse brass 22mm EF, Industrial Exhibition of North Wales 1876 Wrexham 45mm copper probably about as struck but with some light green patina in parts BHM 3034, Thomas Charles of Bara 1885 Welsh Legends SABBOTHOL YN NCHYMRU etc White Metal 44mm EF holed at 12 o'clock BHM 3201, Victoria Jubilee 1887 copper 22mm Old Head Bust obverse, shield in wreath reverse GEF, Visit of George V and Queen Mary to Cardiff 1912 44mm White Metal EF pierced for suspension, George V Official Silver Jubilee 1935 in silver 30mm GEF nicely toned, QE II Coronation 1953 in silvered bronze matt finish 38mm Britannia with Lion reverse with river and London buildings in the background GEF and pleasing BHM 4445, Prince of Wales Investiture 1969 brass 32mm GEF along with an oval piece UNDEB CHWARELWYR GOGLEDD CYMRIE
Campaign Medals (8) World War I British War Medal to 36515 Pte. F.Bayford E.York Reg.World War II (7)1939-1945 Star (2), Atlantic Star (2), Africa Star and Italy Star, and War Medal 1939-1945 GVF to GEF with ribbons, East YorkshireRegiment cap badge, The King's Royal Rifle Corps cap badge, Germany Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2.Klasse (Non combatant), along with three unnamed prize medals (boxed), Safe driving medal 1946-1955, Punctual Attendance Medal 1908-1909 London County Council in white metal VF, George VSilver Jubilee Medal 1935 35mm diameter in brass showing the names of many Commonwealth countries GVF pierced for suspension, Edward VIII Coronation medal 38mm diameter in white metal NVF, pierced for suspension, and a small medalet bearing the portrait of Joan of arc VF
Prize Medals (2) Shire Horse Society 45mm diameter by Mappin & Webb, London, in silver, 48.09 grammes, EF toned, in the red box of issue, Worshipful Company of Musicians 55mm diameter in silver by C.B.Birch named to J.W.Martindale, Cassel Prize 1952, 95.3 grammes EF with some hairlines, boxed
First World War group of three awarded to Pte. E. Cook, 1914-15 Star (as CH.19000 Pte E. Cook R.M.L.I) and British War Medal and Victory Medal (as CH.3455-S Pte E. Cook R.M.L.I) EF, along with London County Council - London Fire Brigade Good Service Medal (4th Type) 38mm diameter in bronze, awarded to Fireman E.W.Cook GEF, comes with small photo of the fire crew
International Exhibition 1851 51mm diameter in white metal by Allen and Moore Eimer 1462 NEF and lustrous. International Exhibition 1862 36mm diameter in white metal by G.Dowler NEF and lustrous. WinstonChurchill a 5-piece Windsor Mint medallic set comprising Churchill - Great Leaders, Great Words Silver One Ounce, with 70mm diameter gold-plated copper medals (4) in a presentation folder. Banco Bilbao Vizcaya - London 1993 75th Anniversary UNC boxed. EnglandRugbyWorld Cup Winners 2003 38mm diameter in nickel-brass by the Royal Mint UNC boxed with certificate. The Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London undated 51mm diameter in Royal Mint box. Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 45mm diameter UNC in a Royal Mint box. Queen Elizabeth II 80th birthday 2006 Lenticular Medal 45mm diameter in Nickel-Brass with 3D portrait of the Queen by the Royal Mint UNC in the box of issue with certificate. Eiffel Tower Ascension to the First stage 1889 45mm diameter in copper GVF. George VICoronation 193732mm diameter in bronze GVF. Queen Elizabeth II 1953 Coronation Medallion in brass, UNC boxed. Pope Paul VI Mission to the United NationsNew York October 4 1965 63mm diameter in bronze by Medallic Art Co. New York UNC boxed. Hawaii 50th State - The Aloha State 63mm diameter in bronze by the Medallic Art Co. New York. UNC boxed. Prize Medal 1905 - Awarded to Herbert G.Hogben for Proficiency in Science by the Board of Education 38mm diameter in bronze EF in a 'Board of Education - South Kensington' box. Millionaires CollectionEdward I Fantasy Double Leopard a modern fantasy in base metal UNC. Fantasy Crown 2012 Queen Elizabeth II with George and the Dragon Reverse, UNC. Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee 2002 in base metal UNC on the card of issue. King George V Silver Jubilee 1935 32mm diameter Obverse with conjoined busts, Reverse a coat of arms, GEF. King George V Silver Jubilee 1935 a regional issue - Byworth 38mm diameter in base metal. King George VI Coronation Medal 1937 38mm diameter in white metal EF. Queen Elizabeth II The Longest Reigning Monarch 2015 UNC in 'Daily Mail' blister pack. Medals Crown-sized in base metal (6) Australia Bicentennial - Fleet Arrived 1788, William Wilberforce 150th Anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery UNC, Malta 20th Anniversary of Independence 1984 UNC, Pope John Paul II Visit to Britain 1982 UNC, Royal Wedding of Prince Andrew and Miss Sarah Ferguson 1986 UNC, Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee 1977 UNC, these all in slide cases. Replica Miniature Medals modern issues (2) Victoria Cross and Atlantic star, as issued. Silver plated Stamp book holder with Coronation 1937 on the front with conjoined busts of George VI and the Queen Mother, GVF. Cigarette Tin 1953 'Four Square Cigarettes', Badge ' Harold Sutcliffe MP Royston Division Conservative Association, Ingots (2) The Year of the Three Kings Gold Crown Set 206 of 499 ingot, and ingot inscribed ' Deutsche Reichbank 999/1000 gold' a fantasy issue weighing 28.8 grammes UNC
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in silver by Spink, London Obverse: Bust left Crowned, Laureate and veiled VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS TO COMMEMORATE THE 60TH YEAR OF HER MAJESTY'S REIGN, Reverse Crowned VRI monogram within a wreath Lighthouse and sailing vessels behind, above: Five shields attached by chains reading EUROPE, ASIA, AFRICA, AMERICA and AUSTRALIA, in Exergue: a globe and banner: BRITAINS REJOICE Eimer 1820i 26.41 grammes, EF/GEF and nicely toned, in the box of issue, Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee 1897 38mm diameter in bronze Obverse: Bust left Crowned and veiled VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX, Reverse : Royal Arms with supporters VICTORIA 1837-1897 IN COMMEMORATION, 30.61 grammes NEF, Western Australia - Albany Queen Victoria Golden Jubilee 1887 UNC with prooflike fields the reverse with some scratches, holed at the top
Medals and Medalets (9) 1821 Death of Caroline, Queen Consort of George IV 25mm Obverse: Bust left wearing tiara, CAROLINE QUEEN CONSORT OF GEORGE IV, Reverse a funeral urn on a plinth BORN MAY 17. 1768 MARRIED APRIL 8 1795 on the plinth DIED AUG.7.1821 AGED 53, Fine with porous surfaces, Capture of Portobello 1739 Admiral Vernon Obverse: Half length bust, three quarters left in frock-coat and holding staff THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV.D. BY ADMIRAL VERNON Reverse: Six Ships entering Portobello harbour. HE. TOOK. PORTOBELLO. WITH. SIX. SHIPS. ONLY, in Exergue NOV. 22. 1739 Eimer 550 var. VG/Near Fine, George III Visit to St. Pauls 1789 29mm diameter in bronze, unsigned, Obverse: Bust right GEORGIVS III REX. Reverse: Shield of Arms of London upon a crossed sword and sceptre Fine, Founding of Rome undated Romulus 32mm diameter in bronze by J.Dassier, Obverse: Bust left ROMULUS, Reverse : a ploughing scene, in exergue: FONDATION DE ROME A R . I . GVF, Hannibal - Hannibal Crosses the Alps 32mm diameter in bronze by J.Dassier, Obverse: Bust left with large shield decorated with a running horse ANNIBAL Reverse: Hannibal's forces traverse the Alps, in the distance, flames and smoke from the fires employed to clear the route, in exergue ANNIBAL PASSE LES ALPES A.R.534 NEF/EF the obverse with a large rim cud, George III 1809 50th Year of his reign 25mm diameter in brass by Kettle and Sons GVF, France Medal 1825 Coronation of Charles X 26mm diameter in brass Obverse: Crowned bust right in Coronation robes, Reverse: King being crowned kneels on an altar, in exergue Remis 29 Mai MDCCCXXV Good Fine, United Nations 25th Anniversary 1970 31mm diameter in bronze Lustrous UNC still sealed in the packet of issue, USAVietnamWarService Medal with clip and bar NEF boxed
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