11th Apr, 2024 14:30
The Sporting Auction | Part Two: The Celtic Story
HENRY MARSHALL OF CELTIC F.C., SCOTTISH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION RUNNERS UP SILVER MEDAL
1903
the obverse inscribed Scottish Football Association in blue enamelled lettering around a pierced oval depicting a lion rampant, beneath a thistle motif, the reverse inscribed CELTIC F..C. RUNNERS UP. H. MARSHALL 1903, in sterling silver and on silver link chain
Note: Henry Marshall represented a number of different teams, though had his longest spells with Hearts (1896-99, loaned to Blackburn Rovers during this period), and Celtic (1899-1903). It was during his time in the Hoops, he helped the team to Scottish Cup triumph (1900).
This interesting and curious early medal is struck in silver and marked for 'Runners Up'.
(approx. 33g gross)
4.1cm high
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Sold for £650
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
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