RecordSilver touchpiece (obverse) of King Charles III, the Young Pretender< 1 of 1 > Back
Silver touchpiece (obverse) of King Charles III, the Young PretenderThis is the obverse of a silver touchpiece of King Charles III (the 'Young Pretender'). The touchpiece dates from 1766. The obverse bears a representation of St Michael and the Dragon. The Latin inscription reads 'SOLI DEO GLORIA'. There is a loop for suspension. When James VIII (the 'Old Pretender') died in 1766, Charles assumed the title of King. He continued the practice of 'touching' for the Kings Evil - scrofula (tuberculosis of the lymphatic glands). Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
< 1 of 1 > Back |
|