Historical and Art Medals, Numismatic Books

Inauguration of the Exhibition of Art Treasures, Manchester, 1857, a white metal medal by J. Pinches, 63mm (Allen 35; BHM 2605; E 1513); Royal Visit to the Exhibition of Art Treasures, Manchester, white metal medals by J. Pinches (2), different rev. dies, large and small date figures, both 42mm (Allen 55, –) [3]. First with rim bruise at 2 o’clock, extremely fine, in original brass Pinches shell case, others fine and better (£50-70)