1937 Edward VIII Coronation Bronze Medal - Extremely Fine
1937 Edward VIII Coronation Bronze Medal - Extremely Fine
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Souvenir Medal for the Planned Coronation of Edward VIII
Struck in high relief, this large and heavy bronze medal remains in excellent condition despite the coronation never taking place.
Details:
- Year: 1937
- Composition: Bronze
- Weight: 46 g
- Diameter: 44 mm
- Presentation: Brand new 2½ x 2½ Mylar coin flip
Obverse: Crowned bust of Edward VIII facing right within the legend in a raised border.Script: Latin Lettering: HIS MAJESTY KING EDWARD VIII
Reverse: Britannia standing frontally, holding a crown within an arch (portico), before a Thames River scene, with St Paul's Cathedral and a battleship in the distance. The legend is on either side of the design, with "British" signed at the base of the column to the right.Script: Latin Lettering: CROWNED A.D. 1937