Edward VII coronation 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, this medal, for school children, was made in Melbourne by Stokes.

Click to enlarge. (46kb)

Click to enlarge. (51kb)

Obverse – Conjoined busts of King Edward and Queen Alexandra facing left, with the legend EDWARD VII AND ALEXANDRA CROWNED 1902.		Reverse – The legend EDWARD VII KING AND EMPEROR ACCESSION 22.1.1901 CORONATION 9.8.1902 GOD SAVE THE KING AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH CELEBRATIONS.

Donated by George McArthur, 1903