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Categories • Coin Galleries February 2005 → World and U.S. Medals, Orders and Decorations → World Medals → Great Britain |
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Lot # |
Description |
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Hammer Price |
| 532 |
Duke of Marlborough, Cities Captured Medal, 1703
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VF |
$80.00
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Cast Copper, 41.5mm. By John Croker. Eimer 400, MI ii, 246/35. Very Fine. Obv. Queen Anne bust l. Rev. Equestrian figure of Marlborough l. receiving salver with three keys from kneeling female, exergue SINE.CLADE.VICTOR, CAPTIS. BONNA. HVO. LIMBVRGO.1703. Light surface pitting on reverse; Battle of Blenheim Medal, 1704. Copper, 35mm. By J. Croker. Eimer 409, Mi ii,... (Est. $60-$90) more |
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| 533 |
Capture of Mons Medal, 1709
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AU |
$300.00
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Silver, 39.5mm. By John Croker. MI 202. About Uncirculated. Obv. Draped bust of Queen Anne l. Rev. Victory hovers l. over fortified city. Light friction hairlines in reflective fields. (Est. $250-$350) |
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| 534 |
Battle of Malplaquet Medal, 1709
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AU |
$475.00
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Silver, 47.6mm, 40.3 grams. By John Croker. MI CXXX:10. About Uncirculated. Obv. Crowned Queen Anne bust l. Rev. Victory flies over battle in forest of Taisnieres, plain of Malplaquet. (Est. $200-$275) |
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| 535 |
George II Coronation Medal, 1727
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AB EF |
$100.00
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Silver, 34.5mm. By J. Croker. Eimer 510. About Extremely Fine. Obv. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust l. Rev. King enthroned r., crowned by standing Britannia holding cornucopiae. Rim ding at 2:00 on the reverse. (Est. $100-$150) |
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| 536 |
George II Coronation Medal, 1727
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EF |
$135.00
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Silver, 34.5mm. By J. Croker. Another as above. Extremely Fine. Attractively toned over some surface marks. (Est. $150-$200) |
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| 537 |
John Frederick Ostervald Medal, 1740
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EF |
$60.00
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Bronze, 41.5mm. By Jean Dassier. Eimer 555, MI ii, 557/184. Extremely Fine. Obv. Bust l. of the Swiss pastor in clerical robe. Rev. Eight-line legend and date, spray below, radiant sun dispersing clouds above. Slight double-striking on chin. Grainy surfaces from faulty planchet production as is typical. (Est. $60-$90) |
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| 538 |
Peace of Aix-La-Chapelle Medal, 1749
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AB EF |
$130.00
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Bronze, 35mm. By John Kirk. Eimer 621, MI ii 651/354. About Extremely Fine. Obv. Laureate bust l. Rev. Britannia seated r., extends olive-branch to an approaching ship, PAX COMMERCII NUTRIX. Some light surface nicks. (Est. $75-$100) |
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| 539 |
Colonel Gwyllim Wardle Medal, 1809
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CH AU |
$40.00
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Copper, 40mm. BHM 668. Choice About Uncirculated. Obv. Bust r. of the ''whistle blower'' on Duke of York's sale of commissions through his mistress Mrs. Mary Clarke. Rev. MAY OUR GLORIOUS CONSTITUTION TRIUMPH OVER ALL ITS ENEMIES. Prooflike fields, light handling, reverse spot. (Est. $100-$150) |
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| 540 |
Wellington Parliamentary Tribute Medal, (1812)
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EF |
$40.00
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Bronze, 53.7mm. By Thomas Webb. BHM 746, Eimer 1028, Bramsen 1174. Extremely Fine. Obv. Head l. Rev. VOTA PVBLICA within wreath. Some shallow digs in the fields and light nicks on the edge. (Est. $75-$100) |
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| 541 |
Royal Military Academy Medal, 1813
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EF |
$70.00
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Bronze, 41mm. By Thomas Webb and Nicolas M. Brenet. (Struck in 1820 as part of Mudie's National Medals). Eimer 1035, BHM 769, Bramsen 1246. Extremely Fine. Obv. Bust l. of Field Marshal the Duke of York. Rev. Queen Charlotte seated l. presenting colors, Academy façade below. (Est. $80-$100) |
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| 542 |
George III Dedication Medal, 1817
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EF |
$60.00
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(struck 1820). Bronze, 40.5mm. By Thomas Webb and Alexis J. Depaulis. BHM 933, Eimer 1102. Extremely Fine. Obv. Laureate head r. Rev. Religion standing, lion at her feet, giving fortitude to Faith seated l. Two shallow nicks before head. (Est. $75-$100) |
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| 543 |
Calendar Medal 1822
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CH EF |
$110.00
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Copper, 42mm. By the Birmingham diesinker and medalist William Turnpenny. Mit.5984. Choice Extremely Fine. Obv. Bare head of Newton r., list of Law Sittings in four marginal segments. Rev. Table of Sunday figures, list of major holidays and table of New Moon dates. Rich reddish-chestnut. An attractive calendar medal. (Est. $90-$120) |
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| 544 |
Earl of Bridgewater Death Medal, 1829
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EF |
$35.00
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Bronze, 41mm. By Donadio. BHM 1340, Storer 942. Extremely Fine. Obv. Bare head of the Earl, an author and literary scholar of the time. Rev. Four-line legend. Some light surface nicks and minor reverse peripheral deposits. (Est. $50-$75) |
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| 545 |
Warwickshire Floral & Horticultural Society, United Exhibitions Award Medal 1836
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EF |
$70.00
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Silver, 32mm. By T.W. Ingram. Extremely Fine. Obv. Ornate vase with bouquet, cornucopiae and arrangements of fruit. Rev. Wreath, engraved legend at center: Awarded to Mr. John Moore for Oxalis Crenata, presented by Edwin Hill. Nice old toning. (Est. $60-$90) |
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| 546 |
Victoria Coronation Medal, 1838
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AU |
$400.00
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Bronze, 86mm. By B. Pistrucci. BHM 1802 (R), Eimer 1309. About Uncirculated. Obv. Diademed head l. Rev. DA FACILEM CURSUM ATQUE ADNUE COEPTIS 1838, Make our way easy and support our undertaking. Minor marks in fields. Attractive reddish-orange and deep iridescent hues. (Est. $200-$300) |
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| 547 |
Treaty of Nanking Medal, 1842
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EF to AU |
$760.00
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Bronze, 64mm. By J. Davis. BHM 2061 (R), Eimer 1367. Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated. Obv. Laureate head l. Rev. British and Chinese delegations concluding treaty, Fame flying r. above to herald the event, pagoda in background (The Treaty was actually signed at sea aboard the H.M.S. Cornwallis). Deep coffee toning. Minor scuffs in the fields. (Est. $400-$500) |
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| 548 |
Thames Tunnel Opening Medal, 1843
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UNC |
$50.00
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White Metal, 38mm. By J. Taylor. Cf.Eimer 1372. Uncirculated. Obv. Head of Sir Marc Isambard Brunel l. Rev. View of the Tunnel's twin entrances, legend with tunnel length and dates in ex. Two metal bubbling spots on the obverse, with some tiny emerald green flecks. (Est. $50-$75) |
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| 549 |
Great Bell of York Minster Medal, 1845
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AU |
$135.00
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White Metal, 43mm. By J. Davis. BHM 2221 (RRR). About Uncirculated. Obv. The great bell with figures below. Rev. View of York Minster. Very rare. (Est. $100-$150) |
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| 550 |
Smithfield Club Prize Medal Uniface Obverse, 1845
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VF |
$40.00
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Silver, 48.5mm. By William Wyon. BHM 2218. Very Fine. Obv. Civil bust of Earl Spencer as used on finished medals. JOHN CHARLES EARL SPENCER PRESIDENT; below: 1825-1845. Rev. Blank but for criss-cross of file lines. Nick on Spencer's chin. (Est. $90-$120) |
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| 551 |
Department of Science and Art, Queen's Medal 1856
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CH AU |
$140.00
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Silver, 54.7mm. By W. Wyon. Eimer 1511, Hocking 219/27. Choice About Uncirculated. Obv. Young diademed Victoria bust l. Rev. ''National Medal for Success'' inscription in beaded circle within wreath. Edge named: JOSEPH SIMPSON STAGE 23F. 1886. With original box (well-preserved). Lovely toning. (Est. $150-$200) |
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| 552 |
Department of Science and Art, Queen's Medal 1856
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CH AU |
$95.00
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Bronze, 54.7mm. By W. Wyon. Eimer 1511, Hocking 219/27. Choice About Uncirculated. Obv. As above. Rev. ''Local Prize for Success'' legend within beaded circle within wreath. Edge named: RICHARD KING. SOUTHAMPTON. STAGE 4B. 1861. With original case (in good condition). Attractive reddish mahogany with soft iridescent undertone. (Est. $100-$150) |
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| 553 |
Crystal Palace Handel Festival Medal, 1857
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EF |
$58.00
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Bronze, 41.5mm. By Pinches. BHM 2597. Extremely Fine. Obv. Capped, draped bust l. Rev. Lyre. Rich chestnut. (Est. $75-$100) |
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| 554 |
Making Place Hall Academy Medal, 1858
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AU |
$160.00
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Silver, hand engraved, 66.9mm. About Uncirculated, light handling. Round flan inlet, stepped rim closed at the top and looped. Obv. Making Place Hall Academy Decr. 1858. Rev. Presented to Mastr. J. Davis For His Services as Foreman of the Jury. Set in Soyland, Ripponden, Yorkshire, Making Place Hall was founded in 1838 by William Dove as a boys' college... (Est. $400-$500) more |
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| 555 |
International Exhibition Services Medal, 1862
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EF |
$55.00
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Bronze, 54.5mm. By W. Wyon. Eimer 1555. Extremely Fine. Obv. Diademed Victoria head l. Rev. FOR SERVICES in wreath. A few minor surface nicks and small rim bruise. (Est. $60-$80) |
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| 556 |
Fine Arts Exhibition Medal, 1873
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EF |
$70.00
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Gilt Bronze, 69.3mm. By George T. Morgan, rev. after J. Gamble. Eimer 1622, BHM 2964. Extremely Fine. Obv. Draped bust of Prince Albert l., plume behind. Rev. Façade of buildings, including Albert Hall. Edge: H.R.H. THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE K.G. FOR SERVICES. Two small scratches in the obverse field, minor rim nicks. (Est. $100-$150) |
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| 557 |
International Inventions Exhibition Medal, 1885
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AU |
$80.00
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Silver, 45mm. By L. C. Wyon. Eimer 1715, BHM 3198. About Uncirculated. Obv. Diademed and veiled Victoria head l. Rev. Invention and Music seated back-to-back. With original box, hinge broken (though repairable). Light friction hairlines in the fields. (Est. $150-$200) |
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| 558 |
Prince Albert Victor of Wales, Freedom of the City of London Medal, 1885
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AU |
$220.00
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Bronze, 76.5mm. By G.G. Adams. Eimer 1717, BHM 3182. About Uncirculated. Obv. Head r. within wreath of roses, thistles and shamrocks. Rev. The Prince and Princess of Wales with the Lord Mayor watch as Prince Albert Victor receives the Freedom from the Chamberlain. With original presentation box (cracked, with broken side pieces). From the City of London... (Est. $150-$250) more |
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| 559 |
Victoria Golden Jubilee Medal, 1887
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CH AU |
$450.00
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Bronze, 79.3mm. By Anton Scharff. BHM 3284, Eimer 1732. Choice About Uncirculated. Obv. Conjoined busts of a young and an old Victoria l. Rev. Britannia standing in triumphal car flanked by Justice and Wisdom. (Est. $150-$200) |
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| 560 |
The Aluminum Company Ltd. Medal, 1889
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AU |
$55.00
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Aluminum, 49.3mm. Eimer 1749, BHM 3373. About Uncirculated. Obv. Vulcan seated r. working at his forge attended by Science standing l. Rev. Company name and date in open wreath, legend around. (Est. $40-$60) |
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| 561 |
Victoria Diamond Jubilee Medal, 1897
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AU |
$100.00
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Silver, 37.3mm. BHM 3549. Rare. About Uncirculated. Obv. Crowned and veiled bust l. Rev. Royal Arms above Jubilee legend, laurel and oak branches below. With original presentation box. (Est. $200-$250) |
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