EXONUMIA
Chris Elmy
Numismatist
Publisher
The 17th, 18th, and 19th Century tokens of Britain tell the story of our industrial, commercial and social history. Issued during shortages of official coinage, there are thousands of varieties, many of which very scarce.
Commemorative Medallions come under the classification of Exonumia: Extra-numismatic, coin-like objects. Commemorating events throughout history, these have been produced as collector’s items and presentation pieces for hundreds of years. We dedicate a special section of our coin auctions to Exonumia.
Chris Elmy is Chairman of the Ipswich Numismatic Society, which is affiliated to the British Association of Numismatic Societies.
AUC.204, Lot 339, HAMMER £14,200
Poland, John II Casimir Vasa 1648-1668, gold medal of 8 Ducats weight known as the 'Heaven Rise Medal', nEF.
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AUC.258, Lot 1013, HAMMER £5600
George V Coronation Delhi Durbar 1911, 18ct gold boxing medal to Dr A. FAIRMAN 1st R.M.F. GVF.
AUC.165, Lot 1319, HAMMER £600
Welsh 'truck ticket': Penydarren Ironworks copper Two Shillings-Sixpence 1800, EF.