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Numismatics, Stamps & Scrip — Cordy's
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| Number of lots recorded: | 96 |
| Lots with images: | 96 |
| Prices available: | 96 |
Category:
Numismatics, Stamps & Scrip
- Badges (14)
- Coins (261)
- Medals, civilian (127)
- Notes & Scrip (13)
- Stamps (8)
- Trade Tokens (1)
| Lot | Description | Price | Image |
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| *** | A 1935 N.Z. Waitangi Proof coin set in original box, the six coins in good original condition and patina, fitted dark Royal blue lined interior with ivory toned silk to the lid, the exterior in red Morocco leather with gilt trim. Provenance: 'The coins… | *** |  |
| *** | A rare 1935 New Zealand Waitangi proof coin set in original box, includes crown, half-crown, florin, shilling, sixpence and threepence, all in original government issued red card case with blue interior. Note: only 364 sets were issued. In good original… | *** |  |
| *** | Two Anton Teutenberg 'Hobson's Bay Regatta 1885' gold and silver medals, both presentation engraved 'Won By J.E. Tilly'. The fronts with colonial rowing scene in New Zealand landscape. Cast maker's initials. Diameter 23.5 mm. | *** |  |
| *** | A set of three N.Z. 2013 'The Hobbit $10 proof 1 troy oz. gold coins, each coin of 1 troy oz., 0.999 pure gold, depicting Hobbit figures from the 'Middle-Earth', in original presentation box with packaging, limited edition 56/250. | *** |  |
| *** | A rare late 19th century issued NZR 'Member Of Parliament Free Pass', Maori wahaika form, engraved and with the member's initials 'M.L.C', length 4.5 cm. On 9ct neck chain. Note: Not all known passes were issued. Such passes were used by Member's of… | *** |  |
| *** | A set of three N.Z. 2013 'The Hobbit $10 proof 1 troy oz. gold coins, each coin of 1 troy oz., 0.999 pure gold, depicting Hobbit figures from the 'Middle-Earth', in original presentation box with packaging, limited edition 95/250. | *** |  |
| *** | An impressive 2003 'Lord of the Rings' three $10 gold coin set, noted as 'The Battle for the One Ring Gold Proof Set' with original paper work being number 003 from a limited edition of 15,000, each coin of 22ct. gold weighing 39.94gms with a diameter of… | *** |  |
| *** | A gold (0.999) NZ 1oz ten-dollar coin, featuring a hei tiki and presented in a special waka huia, 381/500. | *** |  |
| *** | G. Coates & Co. Canterbury A & P Association large silver medal awarded to Luke Adams for pottery, the front with decorative relief emblems and Association details, the reverse with 'Awarded to' and presentation engraving, 'L. Adams 1st Prize For Pottery… | *** |  |
| *** | A collection of 17 old mainly Chinese coins, includes: Szechuan dollar (1912), Year 1, 1934 dollar, Sinkiang Sar ND Y7, Sinking 5 Miscals. Y6, etc., each in a plastic sleeve, many ex. Auckland Coin & Bullion Exchange Ltd. Provenance: Private Estate… | *** |  |
| *** | Ten Dutch 21.6ct. gold 10 guilder coins, one dated 1913, three 1912, five 1917 and one 1925. 67.3gms | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg silver Auckland Free School of Art medal 1886, the front with colonial coastal landscape including Rangitoto Island, the reverse presentation engraved '1st Prize From The Bust Awarded To Miss Fanny E. Plumley Given By J. Logan Campbell… | *** |  |
| *** | A historic 1927 large and heavy 9ct. gilded rose gold medallion awarded by the 'Hutt Valley Horticultural Society Inc.', made by W.R. Bock and Son of Wellington, being the 'F.R. Cooper Memorial' and presentation engraved, presented to 'E. Anstis & Son… | *** |  |
| *** | An early 19th century French collection of 53 bronze medals, 'Galerie Metallique des Grands Hommes Français', part of a medal series struck mainly between 1816 and 1826 with a portrait of a celebrated person with simple biographical information on the… | *** |  |
| *** | 1980 Canadian Gold Maple leaf coin, one ounce 999.9 gold. | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Hei Matau $10 2012 gold coin, the first 1oz.999 gold coin produced in NZ, Ltd. 217/250, set with pounamu cabochon, carved box. | *** |  |
| *** | A 2004 New Zealand proof $10 'Pukaki' gold coin, 22ct gold, 39.94 gm., ltd. ed. 117 of 30 in Maori carved wooden box with pamphlet. | *** |  |
| *** | An 1876 Waikato Agricultural & Pastoral Association 1st Prize Medallion designed by Anton Teutenberg of Auckland, New Zealand, presentation engraved 'Awarded to Jas Runciman for Grade Shorthorn Bull 1.YR...', in original copper finished metal case with… | *** |  |
| *** | A 1993 N.Z. '40th Anniversary of the Coronation' $5 gold proof coin, 47.53gm. 916.7 gold, 1.4011 ounces of pure gold. Note: this coin had a very low mintage of only 210 pieces. | *** |  |
| *** | A gold NZR Free Pass for Eden electorate Member of Parliament, c.1884, circular, stamped S.Kohn. 8.9gms, dia. 23.7 cm, testing as 15ct yellow gold. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1989 Royal Mint 500th Anniversary gold proof three coin set, includes half, full and double sovereign coins in original fitted red leather box, ltd. ed. 6,704/10,000. | *** |  |
| *** | A 2006 New Zealand proof $10 gold coin 'The Chronicles of Narnia', 1 troy ounce of 24ct gold, ltd. ed. 175/2,500, 31.10 gm. of 99.9% gold In original box and packaging. | *** |  |
| *** | A 2012 New Zealand $10 Hobbit proof 1 troy ounce gold coin, 'Bilbo Baggins', 0.9999 gold, in carved wood box with booklet. | *** |  |
| *** | An N.Z. 2007 '100 Years of Adventure' Scouting $10 proof gold coin, 39.94gm. of 0.917 gold, with original packaging. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1960's N.Z. À50 banknote, (Fleming), R199128, striking red colour tone, in good condition with no creasing | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg Waikato A & P bronze medal 1876, detailed 'Cattle 1876 1st Prize Awarded To' and engraved 'Jas. Runciman' For Grade Shorthorn Bull1.Yr. Maker's name cast to the front. Diameter 53 mm. In original circular copper case. | *** |  |
| *** | Four 1920s New Zealand gold tennis prize medallions and others awarded to Miss M. Speirs, the four 9ct. gilded rose gold awards of Maltese Cross form with crossed racquets and central cartouche with monogram for the New Zealand Lawn Tennis Association,… | *** |  |
| *** | Harrop & Neill (Dunedin) Best Better medal 1876, the front with fine and elaborate cast relief scene of farm butter making, the reverse engraved 'Presented By Wm. M. Robie Esq. For the Best Sample of Fresh Butter not less than 7lbs. Awarded To Mrs Main… | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg Auckland Grammar School 9ct gold running medal 1906, School coat of arms to the front, presentation engraved to the reverse 'A.G.S. Sports Invitation Race 100 Yds. F.H. Bedford 1906'. Engraved maker's initials. 9.2gms. | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand 2013 gold $10 proof 'KORU' coin, 1oz troy pure.999 gold, ltd. ed. 76/250, cased and boxed. | *** |  |
| *** | An uncommon bronze Royal Humane Society of New Zealand bravery medal and ribbon, Awarded to Thomas Gillings, For an Act of Bravery, 26 May 1936'. Fitted with swivel scroll suspension and brooch top bar, in Morocco leather case. Produced by Mayer & Kean,… | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg copper New Zealand Rifle Association Medal, the Maltese cross form with kneeling soldier firing a rifle, the reverse with hills and targets. The maroon ribbon with two bar supports. Various marks for the maker. In leather case with makers… | *** |  |
| *** | A set of five coins from the wreck of the SS Elingamite, includes 1902 gold half Sovereign, Sydney mint, silver half crown, florin, 1 shilling and 6 pence. Provenance: Ex. Webb's Auction sale of Kelly Tarlton Museum items, Nov. 2002. | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg Judges Bay Regatta bronze medal, the front with scene of waka race and Rangitoto in the background, the reverse detailed 'Judge's Bay Amateur Regatta' and engraved 'W. Clayton For Dinghy Race 1886'. | *** |  |
| *** | The most Eminent order of the Indian Empire C.I.E., Companion's 3rd type neck badge, gold and enamel, extremely fine, with full neck riband and in Garrard & Co. Case of issue (1911-47). Provenance: Awarded to an Inspector General of Police for Indian… | *** |  |
| *** | An Anton Teutenberg bronze New Zealand Rifle Association medal, together with original ribbon and decorative suspender and suspension brooch, with Teutenberg marks and in original Teutenberg box. | *** |  |
| *** | A '1489-1989 Anniversary of The Gold Sovereign' full gold sovereign, the reverse mirrors its 500-year-old original counterpart. The Royal Arms shield is surmounted by the royal crown, both of these images are superimposed upon a double Tudor rose. | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century gold 1884 Canterbury A & P medal, engraved 'Awarded to H. Brabner & Sons 1st & 2nd Prize For Carriages Nov Show 1884. In substantial gold frame. Testing 9ct to 14ct. 20.5gms. | *** |  |
| *** | An 1890 Auckland Yacht Club presentation medallion by William Maud (Karangahape Rd, Auckland), the circular fern leaf wreath enclosing an engraved image of a schooner under sail with original purple ribbon and 'AYC' top bar, the medal reverse engraved… | *** |  |
| *** | A 1987 50 Pound Britannia gold coin, half ounce of fine gold. Diameter 2.7 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Anton Teutenberg 1884 'The Auckland College and Grammar School' silver medallion, 'Won by A. L. Wilson 1884'. The obverse cast in relief with school crest and details, the reverse with crossed laurel branches and shield including… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand medal undated, engraved to 'W. Hurford, Taranaki Vol', with ribbon and bar engraved 'W.Hurford. Taranaki Vols. 1860.' | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg copper commemorative visit medal 1875, for the Visit of the warship S.M.S. Gazelle in Auckland, New Zealand. Av: head of Maori chief to left. Rv: Inscription in German - In memory of Auckland New Zealand 1875 ; The Officers and men S.M.S.… | *** |  |
| *** | A Victorian full gold sovereign, in 9ct gold mount and chain, 1872. Unlike modern sovereigns, the Victoria Young Head sovereign was struck in 'coin alignment 'where the coin is turned on the vertical axis, the back (reverse) side has its top at 6 o'clock.… | *** |  |
| *** | A Tasman album of a good New Zealand stamp collection, includes four higher value imperf. Full Face Queens, a full set of 1862 Full Faces (perf.) and a near complete collection of New Zealand stamps including 1906 Christchurch Exhibition, all Pictorials,… | *** |  |
| *** | Two early 20th century 9ct gold Fireman's medals to F. Burgess, one engraved 'H.R.F.B. Sealed HDCp. 1915', together with 'Championship Team UFBA NZ. Won at Napier....' 17.9gms. | *** |  |
| *** | An 1820 full gold sovereign, (early King), the first year with St George and dragon. | *** |  |
| *** | Two New Zealand proof coins, includes: 1994 silver and gold 50 cents Endeavour, 9ct gold centre, ltd. ed. 500 in case together with $1 silver RNZAF 75 Years of Service. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1995 New Zealand proof 'Gold Fever' $10 gold coin, 0.999 fine gold, 1/2 ounce, 15.55 gm., ltd. ed. 600, in wooden shaped case. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1996 New Zealand $10 General Grant proof gold coin, 24ct, 1/2 ounce, ltd. ed. 236/650. In original wooden chest box. | *** |  |
| *** | A Kohn (Auckland) Auckland Exhibition gold medal 1913, Auckland Exhibition and coat-of-arms details to the front, inscribed and detailed verso 'Awarded To D. Elder For Wire Netting Fastener First Award'. Cat maker's mark. 14gms.Diameter 2.9 cm. Testing as… | *** |  |
| *** | A 1925 full sovereign. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1990 New Zealand $150 Kiwi gold proof coin, 22ct, 16.95 gm., 1/2 troy ounce pure gold, ltd. ed. 1907/3200, in original boxes. | *** |  |
| *** | An Edwardian period silver medal, presented by The Royal Shipwreck Relief & Humane Society of N.S.W. to Augustus M. Tartakover for saving life Tuggerah Lakes Entrance N.S.W. 20th December 1909. In original Hardy Bros. Morocco leather case | *** |  |
| *** | An 1873 Wanganui A&P Assoc. Harrop & Neill silver medal, awarded for '1st Prize Ewe Hoggets, Findlater & Lees'. Cast to the front with animals within a mountainous landscape and maker's name. Diameter 4.3 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Victorian 1891 full gold sovereign, Melbourne mint, in 22ct gold claw mount with suspension loop. 10.37gm. | *** |  |
| *** | An early 20th century N.Z. 15ct gold 'Christchurch Poultry Club 1913' medal, engraved 'For Best Wyandotte' 13.46gms. | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg silver running medal 1878, Maltese cross form, presentation engraved '3 August 1878 240 Yards Flat Race 1st Prize J. Engsworthy. The front with gold monogram. Engraved maker's initials. Long blue silk ribbon attached. | *** |  |
| *** | A late Victorian sovereign, 1901, English mint. | *** |  |
| *** | A silver Agricultural and Pastoral Association medal, by George Coates of Christchurch, presentation engraved to 'Maddren Bros. for Ropes, Twine & Fibre. Nov. 1910', 'Founded 1865'. The front decoratively cast with animal heads, wheat sheaves, plough etc,… | *** |  |
| *** | A silver medallion commemorating 'The visit of the Maori Rugby football team to Great Britain 1926 1927', inscribed within the wreath, stamped 'Silver' and Elkington below the wreath. Dia.5.1 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A Victorian gold sovereign, 1880, Sydney mint. | *** |  |
| *** | A Victorian full sovereign, 1894. | *** |  |
| *** | An 1874 Wanganui A&P Assoc. Harrop & Neill silver medal, awarded for '1st Prize Long Woolled Ewe Hoggets, A.C. Lees'. Cast to the front with animals within a mountainous landscape and maker's name. Diameter 4.3 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1915 gold full sovereign, English mint. | *** |  |
| *** | Anton Teutenberg Mahurangi Agricultural Society medal, the front in relief with colonial landscape including animals, barley etc. Any presentation engraving removed. Cast maker's name. Diameter 45 mm | *** |  |
| *** | An ancient Greece Athens 'Tetradrachm' silver coin, 449-413B.C. - Sear 2526, a good crisp example 'VF'. Note: Athenian Owls were arguably the most influential of all coins and one of the most highly recognisable as they popularised the practice of putting… | *** |  |
| *** | An unusual silver gilt patron jewel by Young & Co., Auckland, awarded to H E Lady Islington (wife of Lord Islington, Governor-General) for services rendered to the Girl Peace Scouts in 1912. The Girl Peace Scouts were an early association that preceded… | *** |  |
| *** | A 9ct. gold running medal by Anton Teutenberg (Auckland), for an Auckland Grammar School Old Boys' Invitation Race, 1906. Medal awarded to F H Bedford (Frank Hardy Bedford). Bedford served at Gallipoli with the engineers and lived in Bellevue Road, Mt.… | *** |  |
| *** | A 15ct gold 1915 '22 yards' medal, 'NZ Amateur Championship Wgtn', awarded to H.S. Martis. 13.88gms, diameter 3.1 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | Henry VIII 1526-44 silver groat, described as 'Nice Portrait VF'. Provenance: Private Estate Collection. | *** |  |
| *** | An Edwardian 1908 full sovereign. | *** |  |
| *** | An 1899 full gold sovereign coin, Queens head, English mint | *** |  |
| *** | An 1880 full gold sovereign coin, young Queens head, English mint. | *** |  |
| *** | Eleven N.Z. $100 banknotes, ten consecutively numbered AD048000 to ADO47991, (Brash) UNC and with a small ripple to margin of each note, Lord Rutherford of Nelson | *** |  |
| *** | A Victorian gold sovereign, 1878, British mint. | *** |  |
| *** | 32 New Zealand 19th century Tradesmen's Tokens, includes 3 x J. Hurley & Co., 1 x Morris Marks, Auckland, 1d., etc. | *** |  |
| *** | A 21ct gold 1819 French 20 Franc coin, set in an 18ct gold decorative pierced mount. 11.23gm. | *** |  |
| *** | G Coates & Co (Christchurch) Canterbury A & P Show silver medal 1885, the front with Association details and symbolism, the reverse engraved and detailed 'Awarded To Mr J. Bonifant For Champion English Leicester Ram Nov 1885.' Diameter 5.3 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1974 full gold sovereign, in 9ct 1970s styled frame of open triangular form, total weight 12.2gm. | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Anton Teutenberg 1886 'The Auckland College and Grammar School' silver medallion, 'Won by A. L. Wilson 1886'. The obverse cast in relief with school crest and details, the reverse with crossed laurel branches and shield including… | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Anton Teutenberg 1886 'The Auckland College and Grammar School' silver medallion, 'Won by A. L. Wilson 1886'. The obverse cast in relief with school crest and details, the reverse with crossed laurel branches and shield including… | *** |  |
| *** | A rare New Zealand silver first prize medal by G. Coates & Co., Christchurch, for the 'Canterbury Agricultural & Pastoral Association, Founded 1863' with three animal heads within cartouches above a plough, the reverse presentation engraved and cast… | *** |  |
| *** | A 1900 full gold sovereign coin, Queens head, English mint. | *** |  |
| *** | An 1878 full sovereign, Melbourne mint. | *** |  |
| *** | An 1890 full sovereign, British mint. | *** |  |
| *** | A 1910 gold full sovereign coin, Sydney mint. | *** |  |
| *** | An N.Z. 2006 'Gold Rush' gold $10 proof coin, 15.554gm. of 99.99 fine gold, in hard case with outer packaging. | *** |  |
| *** | An Elizabeth II 1979 gold sovereign, British mint. | *** |  |
| *** | PNG 100 kina gold proof coin, 9.57gm of .900 fine gold, 1976. | *** |  |
| *** | Henry Grieve (Hawkes Bay) 15ct gold piano prize medal 1919, with lyre to the front, the reverse with inscription ' Presented By Jas. Chrisp Piano Test 1st Prize H.O. Halbert Sept. 1919'. Stamped maker's mark. 14.3gms. | *** |  |
| *** | A Victorian 1878 full gold sovereign, English mint. | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Anton Teutenberg 1887 'J.B.R.C.' (Judges Bay Rowing Club) silver five point ball tipped star medallion, the obverse cast in relief with central gold panel including row and sail boats', the reverse with central panel engraved 'Won by A. L.… | *** |  |
| *** | Ten N.Z. $100 banknotes, consecutively numbered AM99900634 to AM99900643, (Brash), UNC, Lord Rutherford of Nelson | *** |  |
| *** | Charles I silver shilling, 1636-38, described as 'VF/gVF, lovely example'. Provenance: Private Estate Collection. | *** |  |
| *** | Government of Fiji' £5 bank note, in near unused condition, serial # C2 24413. | *** |  |