 SIERRA LEONE. Chief's Medal, ca. 1870. Silver, 72.3mm. 3.8mm thick at rim, 104.9 grams. Grip suspender with oval loop for suspension. Jamieson 48. Extremely Fine. Obv. Diadem head l., VICTORIA REGINA. Rev. Engraved Royal Arms with supporters, motto scroll inscribed HONI SOIT QUI MAY Y PENSE, SIERRA LEONE above. Light wear, some deep toning on neck and at the rims.
From the Collection of Colonel Sir A.E. Whitaker.
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