Summary
Proof-like specimen strike, not holed medal, 1902.
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, including this one from Concord Council, located in western Sydney.
Mint: Stokes.
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
EDWARD VII/KING AND EMPEROR/ACCESSION 22.1.1901/CORONATION 26.6.1902/ GOD SAVE THE KING/CONCORD/MUNICIPALITY DEMONSTRATION
Edge Description
Plain
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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
Concord Town Council, Concord, Greater Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1902
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Person Depicted
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Person Depicted
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Inscriptions
Plain (edge) EDWARD VII. AND ALEXANDRA/CROWNED 26 JUNE/1902 Jugate busts of Alexandra and Edward VII., facing left (obverse) EDWARD VII/KING AND EMPEROR/ACCESSION 22.1.1901/CORONATION 26.6.1902/ GOD SAVE THE KING/CONCORD/MUNICIPALITY DEMONSTRATION (reverse)
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Series
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Material
Gilt Bronze
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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), 9.12 (Weight)
27 x 39
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Shape
Shield
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References
Ca 1902/14
[Thesis] Lugton, Mary E. 1989. George McArthur of Maldon: his Life and his Book Collection.
[Catalogue] Morrison, Ian. 2003. The Baker of Maldon.
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Keywords
Celebrations, King Edward VII Coronation, 1902, Royal Coronations
