27th Mar, 2025 14:45

The Beautiful Game | Sporting Auction

 
Lot 1741
 

JAMES REID OF AIRDRIEONIANS F.C., SCOTTISH CUP WINNERS GOLD MEDAL
1923/24

the obverse inscribed SCOTTISH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION in blue enamel around central oval depicting a lion rampant motif in relief, beneath a thistle motif, the reverse inscribed Scottish Cup WON BY Airdrieonians F.C. J. REID 1923.24, in nine carat gold

Note: This rare and important medal comes from Airdrieonians one and only Scottish Cup triumph. They defeated Hibs 2-0 in the final, played at Ibrox in front of 59,218 fans.

(22.1g)

4.5cm high including suspension

 

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Sold for £4,500
Estimated at £3,000 - £4,000


 
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