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William IV (1830-1837), The Abolition of Slavery, 1834, copper-gilt medal by C. F. Carter for Joseph Davis, Birmingham, negro standing with arms raised, ENGLAND I REVERE, etc., reverse COLONIAL SLAVERY ABOLISHED, etc., contained within crowned wreath, 51mm (BHM 1668; E. 1275). Light surface marks in obverse field, otherwise extremely fine and an attractive medal, rare