Previous Lot Next Lot

Auction: 24123 - British and World Coins and Medals featuring the Pritchard Collection of 18th Century Provincial Tokens and Commemorative Medals - e-Auction
Lot: 841

MIDDLESEX, National Series, Centenary of the Revolution Copper Penny, undated, laureate and draped bust right of William III, in wreath, 1688 below, rev. REVOLUTION PENNY, rampant lion supporting English shield, plain edge, 7h, 22.58g (D&H 199), small bruise to the obverse field, otherwise with a flashy brilliance and rich cabinet tone over mint red surfaces, much as struck

The Pritchard Collection of 18th Century Provincial Tokens and Commemorative Medals


The centenary of the Glorious Revolution was marked in 1788 with great celebration across the country. The Gentleman's Magazine gives descriptions of several Jubilee celebrations, and particularly those at Whittington and Chesterfield, noting that 'The people were impressed with the strongest sense of the inestimable blessings which the Kingdoms enjoyed in consequence of the glorious Revolution on 1688'.

Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.

Sold for
£130

Starting price
£50