The Christopher Foley, F.S.A., Collection Of Early English Medals - 16th October 2014
Lot 385
Elizabeth Cleypole [Claypole] (1629-1658)
Estimate £120 - £150
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Description
Elizabeth Cleypole [Claypole] (1629-1658), second daughter of Oliver Cromwell, struck copper medal, by John Kirk copying Thomas Simon, struck mid-late 18th century, bust right, her hair in ringlets, wearing necklace, rev., within olive wreath, ANN CLEYPOLE DAUGHTER OF OLIVER CROMWELL, 35.5mm (MI 430/75; Platt II, p. 39). Very fine.
The name Ann, in the reverse legend, is an un-explained error by the medallist.
Provenance: Bt. Baldwin, June, 2008.