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Coronation of King George V. 1911.: CM.414-1970

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Coronation of King George V. 1911.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George V (1910-36)
Engraver: Toft, Alfonso

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Exchanged (1970-03-05) by Birmingham City Museum & Art Gallery

Dating

Production date: AD 1911

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 52 mm Diameter 52 mm Weight 58.8 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Conjoined draped busts of Queen Mary and George V, bare headed, facing left.

  • Text: GEORGIVS . V . REX . ET . IMP . MARIA . REG
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Port broadside view of the Ship of State, two female figures with trumpets standing in the stern. Imperial crown on cushion mid ships.

  • Text: 1911
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.414-1970
Primary reference Number: 228256
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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