William IV Coronation Medal, in Silver

CATEGORY: Version

SKU: 02.GBR.0423.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$100-350 USD

  • Silver Medal Obverse
  • Silver Medal Reverse

Estimated market value:

$100-350 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Great Britain
  • Makers
    Royal Mint, London
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: WILLIAM THE FOURTH CROWNED SEP: 8 1831 Rev: ADELAIDE. QUEEN CONSORT. CROWNED SEPT: 8 1831
  • Size
    34mm
  • Version Remarks
    The obverse is stamped "W. WYON. S."

History


The William IV Coronation Medal was instituted in 1831. The Medal was distributed to the crowd during the Coronation ceremony of King William IV on September 8, 1831, and was issued in Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Gold Medals were presented to members of the Royal Family, Silver Medals were given to members of parliament and esteemed peers of the royal household, and Bronze Medals were thrown into crowds of observers. Approximately 1000 Gold, 2000 Silver, and 1133 Bronze Medals were issued.

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