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Award - George IV Preservation of Life from Shipwreck, gold
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1824 |
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| Diameter | 35 mm |
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| Obverse description | Bare-headed bust of George IV in high relief facing left, with curly hair, occupying the central field. The circular legend surrounds the effigy, with the date 1824 appearing in the lower exergue area. A small engraver's signature is visible beneath the truncation. |
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| Obverse lettering | GEORGE THE FOURTH PATRON ROYAL NATIONAL INSTITUTION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF LIFE FROM SHIPWRECK 1824 |
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| Reverse lettering | LET NOT THE DEEP SWALLOW ME UP |
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