United Kingdom – Arthur Duke of Wellington Death Medal 1852 – Silvered Bronze, 37 mm
Description
Obverse:
Left-facing portrait of Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington. Legend “ARTHUR DUKE OF WELLINGTON”.
Reverse:
Funerary monument with inscription “DIED SEP. 14 1852”. Surrounding legend “TO BRITAIN’S HERO BORN MAY 1ST 1769”.
Historical Context:
Commemorative medal issued following the death of the Duke of Wellington in 1852. Numerous types were produced commercially in Britain to mark the passing of one of the country’s most celebrated military figures.
Material:
Silvered bronze (surface silvering over base metal)
Specifications
Country: United Kingdom
Date: 1852
Diameter: 37 mm
Weight: 21.2 g
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