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Medal - George IV Royal Visit, G. Mills, white metal
| Location | Ireland |
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| Year | 1821 |
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| Composition | White metal |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | GEORGIVS IIII D : G : BRITANNIARVM REX F : D: |
| Reverse description | A detailed scene depicting George IV in military uniform stepping ashore on the left, being welcomed by the allegorical figure of Hibernia on the right, who extends her arm in greeting; an Irish wolfhound sits between them, and a harp is visible to the right. A royal standard is planted on rocks to the left, with a cityscape visible in the background. The engraver's signature MILLS appears at the lower right of the scene. The legend and dedication appear in three lines in the exergue, concluding with W. HAMY DIREX. |
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