Long Distance Swimming Club Medals.1860-1900

Silver Medal by W.J.Taylor. London Swimming Club Est.1859. 

Reverse- Presented to Mr.E.Rowley fot swimming ( Third) from Teddington to Mortlake in a long distance race Sep 16 1865. 38mm. Very Fine,rare with ornate Swivelling Suspender and blue and white ribbon. Bought From Jamed Spencer sale D.N.W. Lot1161 £70. 13 Dec.2004.

Silver Medal by W.J.Taylor. Victoria And Albert.

Reverse- Oak wreath. Named in center- 1st Swimming Prize Presented by Professor Poulton to Master Churchill Under 15 years of age,May13 1861 at Birmingham. 38mm. EF. And attractive. Rare. From Jamed Spencer Sale.D.N.W. Lot 1163. £65 13 Dec. 2004.