Historical Medals

Local, HAMPSHIRE, Winchester College, a silver award medal by R. Yeo, bust of William of Wykeham left, crozier behind, rev. wreath, edge named (Charles Blackstone), 39mm, 39.35g (BHM –). Some edge nicks and marks, very fine, rare £100-£150

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Educational Prize Medals from the Collection of the late Mike Roberts.

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Charles Blackstone (born c. 1759), Fellow of Winchester College and Curate of Wimering (Hants) in the 1790s. His date of birth would suggest this medal was awarded c. 1777.