WILLIAM IV (1830-1837) GOLD CORONATION MEDAL, 1831 Gold meda...
Hammer
€6,000
WILLIAM IV (1830-1837) GOLD CORONATION MEDAL, 1831 Gold medal struck in high relief, designed by William Wyon, the obverse with effigy of William IV facing right, inscribed: WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, the reverse with effigy of Queen Adelaide, inscribed: ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, 34 mm (28 grams)
Provenance: The Barons Rossmore, Rossmore Castle, Co. Monaghan, moved to Camla Vale, Co. Monaghan in the 1940s, thence by descent.
This official medal was produced by the Royal Mint to commemorate the coronation of William IV in 1831. It was designed by William Wyon, Chief Engraver at the Royal Mint and one of the finest engravers ever to produce designs for British coinage.
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Metal unmarked, tested by the jewellery department to be 24K gold (28 grams)
Adam’s Auctioneers does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item bears an official hallmark. In certain instances, metal content may be tested using a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser. This device examines metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns only, and any results obtained through electronic testing must be regarded as indicative rather than definitive, as inaccuracies may occur.
Where catalogue descriptions or condition reports refer to marks denoting metal fineness, or include an opinion as to metal content, such information is provided for guidance only. All statements contained within the catalogue represent expressions of opinion. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to all such matters prior to bidding.
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Hammer
€6,000
WILLIAM IV (1830-1837) GOLD CORONATION MEDAL, 1831 Gold medal struck in high relief, designed by William Wyon, the obverse with effigy of William IV facing right, inscribed: WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, the reverse with effigy of Queen Adelaide, inscribed: ADELAIDE QUEEN CONSORT CROWNED SEP: 8 1831, 34 mm (28 grams)
Provenance: The Barons Rossmore, Rossmore Castle, Co. Monaghan, moved to Camla Vale, Co. Monaghan in the 1940s, thence by descent.
This official medal was produced by the Royal Mint to commemorate the coronation of William IV in 1831. It was designed by William Wyon, Chief Engraver at the Royal Mint and one of the finest engravers ever to produce designs for British coinage.
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Metal unmarked, tested by the jewellery department to be 24K gold (28 grams)
Adam’s Auctioneers does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item bears an official hallmark. In certain instances, metal content may be tested using a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser. This device examines metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns only, and any results obtained through electronic testing must be regarded as indicative rather than definitive, as inaccuracies may occur.
Where catalogue descriptions or condition reports refer to marks denoting metal fineness, or include an opinion as to metal content, such information is provided for guidance only. All statements contained within the catalogue represent expressions of opinion. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to all such matters prior to bidding.
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