Summary
Shire of 'Fern Tree Gully' coronation medal (specimen) for Edward VII, 1902.
Proof-like specimen strike, not holed.
Mint: Stokes & Sons.
The coronation of Edward VII in 1902 prompted major celebrations in Australia. It was an opportunity for the new nation to reaffirm its pride at being a key member of the British Empire. Over 40 different medals were produced around Australia. This medal was issued by the Shire of Fern Tree Gully, and names R.H. Kerr as Shire President. 'Fern Tree Gully' (later Ferntree Gully), is located in the Dandenong Ranges east-south-east of Melbourne. Settled in the 1840s, the gully became an excursion destination in the 1870s because of the scenic gully now partly in the National Park of the same name.
Obverse Description
At centre, within line circle conjoined busts of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra; around, EDWARD VII AND ALEXANDRA 0; below, CROWNED 26 JUNE / 1902. Struck on a shield shaped flan with a crown and loop at the top.
Reverse Description
At centre, within line circle, Lyre-bird between fern-trees, below, PROLIFIC IN GOD'S GIFTS; around above, FERN TREE GULLY SHIRE; below, R.H. KERR J.P. / PRES.
Edge Description
Plain
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), George McArthur, 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
1902 AD
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Issued By
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Mint
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Commissioned By
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Person Named
Mr. Robert Hart Kerr - Fern Tree Gully Shire Council, Victoria, Australia, 1902
Named as Shire President on medal. -
Person Depicted
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Person Depicted
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Series
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Material
Gilt
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Axis
12
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
27 mm (Width), 39 mm (Height), 8.8 g (Weight)
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Shape
shield
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References
Car. 1902/21
[Catalogue] Morrison, Ian. 2003. The Baker of Maldon.
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Keywords
Celebrations, King Edward VII Coronation, 1902, Royal Coronations
