Summary

Australia
Commemorative medal Jubilee1887 (AD)
for Launceston Tasmania
Mint: Stokes & Martin
Struck in bronze
This medal has the correct date for the coronation
Other Details: Queen Victoria's 50th jubilee in 1887 was celebrated the great enthusiasm throughout the British Empire. This medal was one of many issued by local governments to commemorate the occasion. It was issued by Launceston, Tasmania.

Obverse Description

Bust of Queen Victoria left but with head slightly front so that her right eye can just be seen, wearing small crown. Around, TO COMMEMORATE THE JUBILEE OF THE REIGN OF QUEEN VICTORIA . 1887 .

Reverse Description

Royal Arms, above, LAUNCESTON TASMANIA; below, ALEXANDRINA VICTORIA / BORN 1819 / CROWNED 1838 / .-. / PROCD. EMPRESS OF INDIA 1877

Edge Description

Plain

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