Lot 255: A 1964 William Shakespeare Quater-Centenary Commemorative Medallion, likely Pewter

This double-sided, circular commemorative medallion, likely cast in a base metal such as pewter or a similar alloy, dates to 1964, marking the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s birth. The obverse features a relief profile bust of William Shakespeare, facing left, encircled by the text “WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE.” The reverse displays a heraldic shield design with a bend and stippled fields, surmounted by a bird, possibly an eagle or falcon, grasping an object. This design is framed by the inscription “SHAKESPEARE 1564 1964” above and “QUATER-CENTENARY” below.