Summary
Australia Victoria City of South Melbourne
Edward VII Coronation medal, 1902 (AD)
Mint: Stokes
Proof-like specimen strike, not holed
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 City of South Melbourne, and names W. J. Mountain as Mayor.
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 a view of Melbourne Town Hall, above, CITY OF S. MELBOURNE below, W.J. MOUNTAIN / MAYOR 1902 Arms of the City on the crown shaped top of the medal
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
Stokes & Sons, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1902
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Commissioned By
City of South Melbourne, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1902
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Person Named
Mr. William John Mountain - South Melbourne City Council, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1902
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Person Depicted
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Person Depicted
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Inscriptions
(edge) (obverse) (reverse)
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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), 8.64 g (Weight)
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Shape
shield
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References
Car. 1902/11
[Catalogue] Morrison, Ian. 2003. The Baker of Maldon.
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Keywords
Architecture, Celebrations, Coat of Arms: City of Melbourne, King Edward VII Coronation, 1902, Royal Coronations, Town Halls
