[george Iii, King Of England (1738-1820)]. Long Live - Nov 15, 2021 | Freeman's | Hindman In Oh
LiveAuctioneers Logo

lots of lots

[GEORGE III, KING OF ENGLAND (1738-1820)]. Long Live

Related Political Memorabilia

More Items in Political Memorabilia

View More

Recommended Historical Memorabilia

View More
item-115491924=1
item-115491924=2
[GEORGE III, KING OF ENGLAND (1738-1820)]. Long Live
[GEORGE III, KING OF ENGLAND (1738-1820)]. Long Live
Item Details
Description
[GEORGE III, KING OF ENGLAND (1738-1820)]. Long Live the King copper button. N.p., [1789].  

35 mm diameter copper button, 1-piece impressed design with soldered loop shank (wear to edges, loss of finish, verdigris). Featuring the British crown engraved above a banner ribbon with flair ends reading "Long Live the King." Below are a crossed rose and thistle representing a united England and Scotland.  

These buttons were likely issued in 1789 in response to Washington's inauguration on 30 April 1789 and in an attempt to engender support for King George III. This timing also coincided with the King's unexpected recovery from a severe bout of illness (possibly porphyria). The button is an example of the memorabilia issued for the day of General Thanksgivings on 23 April proclaimed throughout Great Britain.  

Condition
For condition inquiries please contact us directly.
Buyer's Premium
  • 29% up to $400,000.00
  • 24% up to $4,000,000.00
  • 16% above $4,000,000.00

[GEORGE III, KING OF ENGLAND (1738-1820)]. Long Live

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500
See Sold Price
Starting Price $750
3 bidders are watching this item.

Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Cincinnati, OH, us
Offers In-House Shipping

Payment

Freeman's | Hindman

Freeman's | Hindman

Chicago, IL, United States46,720 Followers
TOP