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Ref: 5004

London, The Royal Exchange Opened 1844, large bronze medal by W Wyon

 

 

Obv: draped and capped bust of Sir Thomas Gresham left

 

Rev: Façade of the Royal Exchange behind statue of Queen Victoria

 

 

Condition: Extremely fine, some cabinet wear to Victoria’s sleeve; Diameter: 74mm

 

References: BHM 2185; E 1390

 

 

Notes: the previous Royal Exchange had been destroyed by fire in 1838.

 

Price £160

London Royal Exchange 1844 medal
London Royal Exchange 1844 medal

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