Lot 2218
Great Britain. Silver Coronation Medal, 1661. Charles II (1660-85). Eimer-221. The official issue of the Royal Mint. Plain edge. 29 mm is the classic size, but this one is wider horizontally, 31 mm. King's portrait facing right, crowned and in the coronation vestments, signed "TS" on the truncation by Thomas Simon. Reverse shows the newly crowned king seated in the Coronation Chair with the Angel of Peace above his head, blessing him. Dated April 1661. A particularly attractive specimen, Choice AU, toned a gorgeous multi-hued "Renaissance gray." Few exist so fine! A luxurious reminder of its age.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
The Cheshire Collection.
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| Realized $546 |
