Prince Albert Medallet ca. 1840's

[scottishmoney]

Rcvd this morn in the post, this is a 10mm medallet, which may have been part of a series made in the early 1840's commemorating the Royal Family. I have found reference to similar medallets being made for Princess Royal and Queen Victoria, so this would date these to approximately 1844-1845.

This piece is rather interesting for the wear it has, such a small piece would have easily been lost in a pocket or a purse. Amazing to have something so small from 160+ years ago with wear on it.

[nik a tron]

i think its pretty cool owning a coin that small

Edited February 12, 2007 by nik a tron

[Geoff T]

Rcvd this morn in the post, this is a 10mm medallet, which may have been part of a series made in the early 1840's commemorating the Royal Family. I have found reference to similar medallets being made for Princess Royal and Queen Victoria, so this would date these to approximately 1844-1845.

This piece is rather interesting for the wear it has, such a small piece would have easily been lost in a pocket or a purse. Amazing to have something so small from 160+ years ago with wear on it.

That's right. I have a larger, uniface version of this medal which has been enclosed in a glass paperweight.

G