Ancient, British and World Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

Edward VII (1901-1910), Sir Henry Harben, 1908, portrait plaque, copper, uniface, by H.A Harben, large bust left, legend around, 215 mm. Nearly extremely fine, suspension loop, scarce (£40-80)

Sir Henry Harben (1823-1911) was a pioneer of industrial life insurance, a prominent member of the Carpenters’ Company and a resident of Hampstead for almost 50 years, becoming its first Mayor. The medal was executed by his son Henry Andrade Harben.