A Fine Matte-Textured Coronation Issue
GREAT BRITAIN. George V & Mary Coronation Gold Medal, 1911. London Mint. PCGS SPECIMEN-63 Gold Shield.
BHM-4022; Eimer-1922a. Weight: 78.72 gms. By B. Mackennel. Obverse: GEORGE V CROWNED JUNE 22 1911, crowned and mantled bust of George left, wearing Chain of the Garter; orb to left, garlanded laurel branch below; Reverse: QUEEN MARY JUNE 22 1911, crowned and draped bust of Mary left; garlanded roses below. INCREDIBLY RAREand choice in this alluring, problem free state of preservation, this iconic rendering of the new imperial couple is a Mackennel masterpiece, especially in this impressive larger format. Exceeded across both services by just a single specimen, this tremendous example will assuredly garner a great deal of interest and enthusiasm.
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000.
Provenance: From the Duke of Lansing Collection.
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