The Christopher Foley, F.S.A., Collection Of Early English Medals - 16th October 2014
Lot 117
Elizabeth I
Estimate £2,500 - £3,000 | Hammer £2400
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Description
Elizabeth I, pattern struck silver Groat or medalet, "Distress Relieved", 1601, by Charles Anthony, mm. star on obv. only, crowned bust of Queen three-quarters left, wearing richly embroidered dress, jewels and high ruff collar, VNVM A DEO DVOBVS SVSTINEO, rev., Royal monogram, surmounted by double-arched crown dividing date, AFFLICTORVM CONSERVATRIX, 25mm, 3.92g (MI 177/177; BMC [Peck] 8; Brown and Comber P7; North 2050). A superb portrait piece, extremely fine, toned and very rare.
"Distress Relieved" is a medalet that refers to Elizabeth as "preserver of the afflicted" after she had ensured provision to be made available to sick and wounded soldiers and seamen.
Provenance: Bt. Baldwin's, March, 1998.