Medal - Edward VII Coronation Golden Chains of Empire

€236,612.00
LocationUnited Kingdom
Year1902
TypePersonality medal
CompositionTin-lead (Alloy)
Weight20.6 g
Diameter38.5 mm
Thickness2 mm
ShapeRound (Suspension hole)
TechniqueMilled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
EdgePlain
Period
Notice
Reference(s) BHM#3835, W&E#4120A1
Obverse descriptionCrowned head facing to right of His Majesty Edward VII in the center of the field with all around, a Golden Chain which connects, symbolized by their coats of arms, the main countries of the empire with their names. at the top, a shining sun.
Obverse letteringGREAT BRITAIN / SOUTH AFRICA / CANADA / AUSTRALIA / INDIA
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse descriptionIn a British floral wreath, in the center of the field and surrounded by the legend, the imperial crown with a sword and the royal scepter resting on a cushion. At the bottom, the manufacturing serial number.
Reverse letteringEDWARD VII KING EMPEROR OF THE EMPIRE ON WHICH THE SUN NEVER SETS AND WHOSE PEOPLES ARE LINKED TOGETHER BY THE GOLDEN CHAIN OF BROTHERHOOD JUNE 26, 1902 RD383493
Reverse scriptLatin
Engraver
Mintage1902  - -
Catalog ID5362679770
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