GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria Diamond Jubilee Gold Medal, 1897. London Mint. NGC MS-62.
BHM-3506; Eimer-1817b. By G. W. de Saulles. Obverse: Crowned and veiled bust left; Reverse: Head left, wearing bandeau and set upon filleted olive branch. Issued for a monumental event, the incredible 60th year of reign, this medal features two busts of the queen--a contemporary, late in life portrait on the obverse, and a throwback, youthful portrait on the reverse. Golden-yellow in hue and with a delightful matte nature to the surfaces.
Estimate: USD 1000-1500
Price realized | 1'400 USD |
Starting price | 600 USD |
Estimate | 1'000 USD |