Historical Medals

George IV, Coronation, 1821, a white metal medal by J.G. Hancock, bust left, rev. rose, thistle and shamrock, crown above, 46mm (BHM 1077). Rubbing to high points of obverse, otherwise good very fine; in turned wooden box, base inscribed ‘Presented to Sir Richd. Steele Bt as High Sheriff of Co Dublin on occasion of George IV’s Visit 1821’ £50-£70

Sir Richard Steele, 3rd Bt (1775-1850), Hampstead, co Dublin