Silver and Objects of Vertu including the Richmond and Doncaster Cups - 18th October 2006

Lot 507

A Cornish engraved silver scholastic award medal

Estimate £180 - £220 | Hammer £240

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Description

A Cornish engraved silver scholastic award medal, 1785, presented by John Rogers of Penrose, leader of the Goldolphin Party in Helston, and Member of Parliament, to John Curnow Millett, inscription in Latin on both sides, edge also engraved, "John Curnow Millett. Penpoll - Hayle + 1785", 43mm, contained in its original black snakeskin case. Good very fine and a unique association piece.