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Ref: 7377 |
London,
Royal Exchange opened 1844, silver medal by W Wyon Obv: crowned
young bust of Victoria left, ROYAL EXCHANGE OPENED BY H.M. QUEEN VICTORIA
OCT: 28 1844 around Rev:
three shields below grasshopper within oak and laurel wreath, FIRST STONE
LAID BY H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT JANY 17 1842 around References:
BHM 2186; E 1392; WE 448-A3; Jones 187 Condition:
Extremely fine, some minor marks in obverse field; Diameter: 28mm Notes:
1500 silver medals were issued; the shields of arms on the reverse are those
of the City of London, the Mercers’ Company and Sir Thomas Gresham. Gold specimens
and a further 200 silver specimens were given to guests at the dinner during
the opening. Price
£75 |
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