Summary
Australia New South Wales Sydney
Sydney Mint Medal of Edward VII in silver
Mint: Sydney
Other Details: Medal issued by the Sydney Branch of the Royal Mint, designed by George William de Saulles. Saulles was a sculptor, designer and engraver. He served as assistant to Leonard Charles Wyon at the London Mint and in 1892 was appointed chief engraver, serving until 1903. He designed and engraved coins used in many countries.
Obverse Description
Crowned bust of Edward VII faciing left, around, EDWARDVSVII REX ET IMPERATOR on truncation in tiny letters the artist's initials, DES.
Reverse Description
Arms of the Royal Mint with Tower of London and Tudor Rose to left and right of crown; around above, SYDNEY BRANCH OF THE ROYAL MINT below, ESTABLISHED 1855
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 Melbourne Branch of Royal Mint, 1978
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Date Issued
1902-1910 AD
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Issued By
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Mint
Royal Mint, Sydney Branch, Sydney, Greater Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1902-1910
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Artist
George W. de Saulles - Royal Mint, London, London, England, Great Britain, 1902 or later
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Person Depicted
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Previous Collection
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Inscriptions
Plain (edge) Crowned bust left, around, EDWARDVSVII REX ET IMPERATOR (obverse) Arms of the Mint; SYDNEY BRANCH OF THE ROYAL MINT/ESTABLISHED 1855 (reverse)
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Series
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Material
Silver
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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
41 mm (Outside Diameter), 38.34 g (Weight)
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Shape
Round
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References
Car. E/2
