Medallion to commemorate the coronation of King George V (1865–1936) and Queen Mary (1867–1953)
Category
Costume
Date
Unknown
Materials
Metal
Measurements
40 mm (diameter)
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Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 670347
Summary
A silver coloured medallion of the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary. It has a hole with a small loop of metal threaded through. On one side is an embossed image of King George V and Queen Mary, wearing crowns. Around the edge it says, 'King George V Queen Mary', with 'A.B.M.' scratched on the edge. On the reverse is a crown over some leafy branches with, 'Coronation, June 21ST. 1911'. Beneath this in a scroll, is printed, 'King And Emperor'. Under this is the King's coat of arms with a leaf and flower decoration round it.