Medal - Coronation of King Edward VII 1902 (Truro) 1902 front Medal - Coronation of King Edward VII 1902 (Truro) 1902 back
Medal - Coronation of King Edward VII 1902 (Truro) 1902 photo
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Medal - Coronation of King Edward VII 1902 Truro

1902 year
- - 39 mm
Description
Location
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Edward VII (1901-1910)
Type
Personality medals › Coronation and election medals
Year
1902
Diameter
39 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round (Pierced at the top)
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#327549
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

City armorial crest of Truro, Cornwall. 2 x figures holding a crest encircled by city name and dedication.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CITY OF TRURO
PRESENTED BY JOHN JAMES. MAYOR

Edge

Smooth and slightly sloped. High edge on reverse.

Comment

High moulding creates real detail and a 3D effect. Base metal is an alloy, possibly of zinc, along with a silvered coating that is wearing off.