Lot 505
Victoria (1837‑1901), Golden Jubilee, 1887, gold medal (58mm/85.07gm) by J. E. Boehm and F. Leighton.

Ancient, British and World Coins - 114 | C24002
Auction: 7 March 2024 at 10:00 GMT
£26,400
Description
Victoria (1837‑1901), Golden Jubilee, 1887, gold medal (58mm/85.07gm) by J. E. Boehm and F. Leighton. Crowned and veiled bust left, VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX. Rev, enthroned figure of Empire facing, Mercury and Time at her feet, around her the figures of Science, Letters, Art, Industry and Agriculture, two cherubs above, IN. COMMEMORATION (Eimer 1733a; BHM 3219). Official Royal Mint issue and one of only 944 struck. Minor hairlines as is typical for this type, nevertheless virtually As Struck with a spectacular contrast between the intricate matt bust and the mirrored, prooflike fields. In red leather case of issue with original descriptive card.

