Canada: 1939 George V Royal Visit Bronze Medallion - Large Size

Canada: 1939 Commemorating the Royal visit bronze medallion - Large Size

Design: George VI and Elizabeth - Map of Canada - Regem Et Reginam Canada Salvtat

Condition: EF - UNC 

Diameter: 31 mm

History:

To commemorate the visit, the Royal Canadian Mint struck three series of commemorative medallions: 77 mm presentation medals in gold, silver and tombac, 38 mm bronze and silver medallions for sale to the public, and a 25 mm bronze medallion which was distributed to Canadian school children. The Obverse featuring the conjoined profiles of George VI and Elizabeth was designed by Percy Metcalf and was also used on the 1937 British Coronation Medal. The reverse, designed by Emanuel Hahn, shows a map of Canada and the route followed by the royal couple during their visit. These medallions are common however, it is not always an indicator of historic value and these medallions remain an important part of Canadian history.