Death of Oliver Cromwell, 1658, a large struck silver medal, late 17th century (?), unsigned (of Dutch origin), after T. Simon, armoured bust left, olivar d g rp ang sco hiberniæ protector, rev. non defitient oliva sep 3 1658, shepherd with his flock under an olive tree, landscape in background, 49mm, 47.29g (Platt II, p.26, type C [C1, this item]; Lessen, BNJ 1982, dies 1/2; Henfrey pl. v, 5; MI I, 435/85; v. Loon II, 420; E 200). Extremely fine, toned £1,000-£1,200

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Dr Jerome J. Platt Collection of 17th-Century Medals.

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Davissons Auction 18, 21 November 2002, lot 808