The interesting aspect of this highly detailed reverse presents the contemporary concern in England over the dual threat of French king Louis XIV and the 'Old Pretender'--the exiled son of former king, James II. Following the Glorious Revolution, the catholic James II was driven from England and forced into exile in France, while the protestant William of Orange and his wife (and James's daughter), Mary were welcomed in his place. This medal alludes to the hope for the newly crowned Anne--also a daughter of James II, and raised protestant like her elder sister--to safely rule and fight back the Stuart-France Catholic alliance. To view all items from the Augustana Collection, click here.
From the Augustana Collection.
Estimate: $10000 - $20000