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23 June 2021

Estimate: £300–£400

Forfarshire Constable GIVR Medal.
A most rare example 44mm diameter in silvered pewter, the obverse with St. Edward’s crown ‘GIVR’ script cypher, ‘Forfarshire Constable’ around the top rim and ‘No. 242’ at the bottom; the reverse plain. Prior to the formation of the county constabulary in 1840, many Scottish authorities employed constables to Keep the Peace. Presumably worn when on duty to signify his rank. (JCGp89),
very good condition £300-£400

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Small Collection of Scottish Police Badges.

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