Lot 3722

Description

[Montagu], Sotheby Wilkinson & Hodge, London, auction sales, Catalogue of the Greek Series (second and final portion) 15-19 March 1897, 764 lots, 103 pps, 5 plates, priced; another ... Collection of Medals Commemorative of British History, 24-29 May 1897, 862 lots, 141 pps, 8 plates, priced; another ....English Copper, Irish, Scottish and Anglo Gallic, 15-17 July 1897, 373 lots, 52 pps, 5 plates, priced; another .... Anglo-Saxon & English 16-20 November 1897, 737 lots, 98 pps, 5 plates. Lacking covers disbound, contents appear complete, toning on outside leaves, otherwise very good and very rare, particularly priced. (4)

A most important group of sales of this famous the most famous English collector of the 19th century. It includes many important pieces, many of which are illustrated. Parts need rebinding to make an attractive lot.