Auction: 6013 - Edward III (Double Leopard) The Hilary F Guard Collection of Manx Related Items Ancient, Islamic, English & Foreign Coi
Lot: 562
Castles (4), Castle Rushen, medals (2), 22mm, triskelion, rev. castle view, in 9ct gold, 6.44g, with Birmingham 1965-6 hallmark (Q.156, K.–) and in silver, 1967-8 hallmark, with loop (Q.155, K.–); Peel Castle, white metal medals or tickets (2), 32mm, 11.30g and 10.00g, castle view, rev. triskelion within garter bearing motto (Q.138; K.68; BHM 3656), Q.155-6 extremely fine, the Q.138s very fine or nearly so, one unevenly toned, both lacquered (4) Estimate £ 70-90The Peel Castle pieces were issued in connection with a bazaar held on 11 August 1859 to raise funds for restoration.
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£60