Summary
Proof-like specimen strike medal (not holed) issued by the Healesville shire council marking the Coronation of Edward VII in 1902.
Mint: Stokes.
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. The medal names J. Crowley as Shire President - Crowley Road, Healesville, may be named after him. Healesville at that time had a population of less than 1,000 people. It was principally a farming district, replete with orchards, vegetables and tobacco plantations. It was also becoming a popular tourist destination.
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
PRESENTED BY / HEALESVILLE / SHIRE COUNCIL / J. CROWLEY J.P. PRESIDENT / S. SLOSS J.C. BAIRD J.P. / J.T. BOONE J. McgRETTON / W. NICHOLS W. SMITH / J. CORNISH / J.M. KEPPEL / A .M. TYERS SECRETARY
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
Healesville Shire Council, Healesville, Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia, 1902
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Person Named
Mr. Thomas Crowley JP - Healesville Shire Council, Hawthorn, Greater Melbourne, 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), 8.58 g (Weight)
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Shape
shield
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References
Car. 1902/24
[Catalogue] Morrison, Ian. 2003. The Baker of Maldon.
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Keywords
Celebrations, King Edward VII Coronation, 1902, Royal Coronations