Cabinet of Curiosities

May 2126, 2022
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LOT 31

Lot 31

Pressed Copper 'Chronology of the Sovereigns of England' Medal Form Box, 1822

Pressed Copper 'Chronology of the Sovereigns of England' Medal Form Box, 1822
Lot 31 Details
Pressed Copper 'Chronology of the Sovereigns of England' Medal Form Box, 1822

recto with profile head of George IV, and St. Andrew's crest and 'Scotland Hails with Joy the Visit of Her Monarch, August, 1822' opening to reveal paper medallions bearing engravings on both sides of British monarchs
diameter 1.9 in — 4.9 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $330
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pressed Copper 'Chronology of the Sovereigns of England' Medal Form Box, 1822
  • Pressed Copper 'Chronology of the Sovereigns of England' Medal Form Box, 1822
  • Pressed Copper 'Chronology of the Sovereigns of England' Medal Form Box, 1822

CONDITION DETAILS

Contains 15 paper medallions and two 'end papers'.

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