Birth of the Prince of Wales Nov 9 1841

theboz11

Albert Edward (1841-1910), later Edward VII. Born at Buckingham Palace, 9 November 1841. The birth of the Prince was greeted with much joy by the people since there had been no male heir born to a monarch since the birth of George the IVth in 1762. Large crowds gathered outside the palace and a salute was fired. A record of the event is to be found in the 'Gentlemen's Magazine' 1841. Vol II P. 643. The Prince was decreed Prince of Wales by patent under the Great Seal of 4 December 1841.


This medal commemorates that birth.

Obv. Conjoined heads of Victoria and Albert left

rev. depicts a clergyman holding the infant Prince before a font with Victoria and Albert in attendance, accompanied by 6 members of the congregation.

Prooflike White medal ( Only Metal type minted ) BHM#1992 Rarity "R" Rare. 45mm. 57.3 gms. by T. Halliday

coinpictures

Lovely design and condition. Obverse reminds me a lot of various German States 2M, 3M, and 5M designs from the turn of the century.

theboz11

Thanks, The Obverse has mirrors just like the reverse, but I like the way the detail comes out in the reflected light version posted. Those are my fingers and a tiny corner of the camera showing in the reverse photo. The Dealer historicalmedals I purchased this Through has an extensive collection and said this was the finest he had ever seen in his career. I believe it

AuldFartte

Another beautiful Victoria medal !!!

theboz11

Thank you Tom, this one is a real beauty of a portrait, one of the best I've found so far.

rhound1977

Wow! Sweet!!