A wonderful piece of British royal history, this 1911 Royal Mint Coronation Medallion was produced to commemorate the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary, which took place at Westminster Abbey on 22 June 1911.
George V had succeeded his father, Edward VII, in 1910, and his coronation marked the beginning of a reign that would span the First World War and some of the most important changes in Britain's history.
The medallion features the work of the renowned sculptor and medallist Sir Bertram Mackennal, who was responsible for the official Royal Mint designs. The Royal Mint produced the George V coronation medal in gold, silver and bronze, with the silver version struck in .925 sterling silver. The standard silver medal measures approximately 30.7mm and weighs 12.7g.
The design beautifully captures the style of the period and provides a lasting reminder of the royal celebrations of 1911. Examples of the official silver coronation medal are also held in the collections of the National Maritime Museum, confirming its 1911 date, Royal connection and association with Mackennal and medallist Margaret Winser.
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