Medal - Peace Celebrations 1919 Bradford

€1.00
LocationUnited Kingdom
Year1919
TypeCommemorative medal
CompositionTin-lead
Weight16.12 g
Diameter33.8 mm
Thickness2.7 mm
ShapeRound with a round hole
TechniqueMilled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
EdgePlain
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Obverse descriptionFigure of Peace seated facing right with folded wings, holding a dove to her breast, to her side a cherub holding an olive branch. Mars, the warrior, kneels facing left, with a shield across his leg, and offering a sword as a token of surrender. Radiant sun and clouds above, scroll supported by doves below.
Obverse letteringPEACE
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse descriptionCoat of Arms of Bradford and motto, within a laurel wreath
Reverse letteringBRADFORD PEACE CELEBRATIONS 1919 COUNC. W. BARBER J.P. LORD MAYOR LABOR OMNIA VINCIT
(Translation: Work conquers all)
Reverse scriptLatin
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Mintage1919  - -
Catalog ID8194734040
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