Lot 3396

Sale 98 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes

Description

George I, Order of The Bath Restored silver medal, 1725, by J. Croker, obv. portrait of George I, around GEORGIVS D G MAG BR FR ET HIB REX F D, JC below bust, rev. standing figure of Prince William dressed in the Order of the Knight of the Bath, around SPES ALTERA, (Eimer 501). Fine detail, better than extremely fine.

The Most Honourable Order of the Bath was neglected during and after the reign of Charles II. George I revived the order.

Estimate
$650
Result Status
Passed in

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