Auction Catalogue

1 July 2008

Starting at 10:00 AM

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Historical and Art Medals, Numismatic Books

Washington Mayfair Hotel  London  W1J 5HE

Lot

№ 2072

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1 July 2008

Estimate: £80–£100

19th Century, Imprisonment of Sir Francis Burdett, 1810, a copper medal, unsigned, bust right, rev. the intrepid champion of freedom etc. within a radiate circle, 48mm (BHM 689; E 1011). Light scuff mark in centre of reverse, otherwise extremely fine (£80-100)

Provenance:
J. O'Byrne Collection (Part II), Christie’s Auction, 10 July 1962, lot unspecified