GREAT BRITAIN. Victoria Diamond Jubilee Gold Medal, 1897. London Mint. PCGS MATTE SPECIMEN Genuine--Damage, Unc Details Gold Shield. BHM-3506; Eimer-1817a. By G. W. de Saulles. Obverse: VICTORIA ANNVM REGNI SEXAGESIMVM FELICITER CLAVDIT XX IVN MDCCCXCVII, crowned, veiled, and draped bust (with older, contemporary features) left; Reverse: LONGITVDO DIERVM IN DEXTERAEIVS - ET IN SINISTRA GLORIA, garlanded head (with younger features) left; garlanded branch below. A popular later issue commemorating the queens monumental 60th year of reign, this interesting design features a dual portrait--her current appearance as well as her very youthful countenance at the outset of her lengthy reign. A light scratch emanating from her neck on the obverse to the legend accounts for the details designation. Otherwise, alluringly matte and highly choice. To view all items from the Duke of Lansing Collection, click a href="https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/lots?sort=auction_date_lot_number_asc&parent_category=1-11EIV&limit=36&search=Duke+of+Lansing&lots_range=upcoming"here./a From the Duke of Lansing Collection.
