Public Auction #319 - Coins and Banknotes on

1856 Commencement of the Volunteer Movement in Australia. Head of Victoria left. rev Britannia seated left holding wreath & trident, ships & lighthouse in background. C-1856/1 AE, 33mm by J Hogarth. Struck at the Royal Mint Sydney. Only struck 12. gVF, eks, minor surface mks. As an indication of rarity, Dr John Chapman did not have an example in his lifetime coll'n auctioned by Noble Numismatics (Sale 86B). This medal was ordered by General Edward Macarthur, older brother of Sir William. Carlisle Cat $5000. Extremely Rare only 12 made in copper, both of which are offered in this auction. (P)
Estimate price: A$1500-2000