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Medal - Henry VIII 500th Anniversary of Birth
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1991 |
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| Period | 20th century |
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| Obverse description | Central square frame containing a three-quarter facing bust of Henry VIII in high relief, depicted wearing a feathered cap, jewelled chain and royal robes, after the Holbein portrait. The surrounding border features floral and foliate ornaments flanking the circumferential legend, separated by pellets. |
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| Reverse description | The Royal Mint's armorial coat of arms displayed on a quartered shield in high relief, featuring a lion passant, fleurs-de-lis, stag heads, towers, and other heraldic devices. The shield is set within a raised inner circle, with the circumferential legend arranged around the border separated by small cross ornaments. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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