Summary
Australia Victoria Ballarat
1902 (AD)
Mint: Stokes
Other Details: 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, issued by the Ballarat City Council, names Cr J.J. Brokenshire, as well as other public servants.
Obverse Description
At centre, within line circle conjoined busts of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra; around, ALEXANDRA * CORONATION * EDWARD VII; below, 1902. Struck on a shield shaped flan with a crown and loop at the top
Reverse Description
ISSUED BY / CITY COUNCIL, BALLARAT / J.J. BROKENSHIRE, MAYOR / - COUNCILLORS - / C.C. SHOPPEE J.P. J.M. BARKER / J. HEINZ J.P. R.G. MIDDLETON / J. WHYKES J.P. J.P. MURRAY J.P. / R. PEARSE J.P. / F. WILLIAMS / - 19+02 / V.J. DUTHIE, TOWN CLERK
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 H. Wannenmacher, 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
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Person Depicted
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Person Depicted
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Person Named
Councillor James J. Brokenshire JP - Ballarat City Council, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia, 1902
Four other members of the Council also named on the medal - see the reverse description. -
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), 8.75 g (Weight)
With loop extended, height is 45 mm.
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Shape
Shield
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References
Car.1902/2
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Keywords
Celebrations, King Edward VII Coronation, 1902, Royal Coronations
