The Christopher Foley, F.S.A., Collection Of Early English Medals - 16th October 2014

Lot 15

Edward VI

Estimate £150 - £200 | Hammer £250

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Description

Edward VI, circular portrait plaquette, an electrotype copy of the "unique contemporary cast" in lead in the British Museum, bust left with plumed hat, wearing coat and doublet and Garter Collar and George and holding gloves, EDWARDVS DEI GRA AN REX, 74 x 74.5mm (cf MI 56/7, illus.; pl. IV, 1; H & P pl. 29, 4; Farquhar, 114), mid 19th century. Much as made, very fine.

Provenance: Bt. eBay, September, 2007.