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LOT 3740
Great Britain. Edward VIII, AE Medal Group. 1937 A.D.
Comprising: silver Edward VIII coronation medal dated 1937 with ribbon, clasp and pin; bronze example with remains of gilding; an 'EMPIRE DAY MAY 24TH - BRITISH EMPIRE UNION' medal; and one other. Very Fine - Good Very Fine.(52.30gr total, 38-26mm excluding ribbon). [4, No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market;
Property of an Essex, UK, collector.
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