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Coronation of King Edward VIII. 1937.: CM.409-1993

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Coronation of King Edward VIII. 1937.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Edward VIII (1936)

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Description

This medal, originally made for the presumed coronation of Edward VIII was changed after his abdication and then reissued with the date of George VI's coronation.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1993-07-19) by Buttrey, T. V., Prof.

Dating

Production date: AD 1937

Components of the work

Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 38 mm Diameter 38 mm Weight 20.66 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Crowned draped bust of King Edward VIII, facing right.

  • Text: H. M. KING EDWARD VIII
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: The coat of arms of the city of London above ribbon inscribed, decorated with laurel.

  • Text: BRITISH MADE. (on ribbon) ASCENDED THRONE 20TH JAN 1936. (below) TO COMMEMORATE THE CORONATION OF KING EDWARD VIII AT WESTMINSTER ABBEY 12TH MAY 1937.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.409-1993
Primary reference Number: 228265
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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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