Lot 1865
Sale 119 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
John Lilburne, trial medal, 1649, in bronze, possibly by Thomas Simon, 33mm, (10.34 g), obverse, bust of Lilburne, left, reverse, long inscription, (MI 385/3). Attractively toned, very fine and rare.
Ex Matthew Rich Collection and previously S&B Coins M82, July 1998.
Lilburne was accused of high treason and this medal was struck on the occasion of his acquittal.
- Estimate
- $150
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $560