King George VI Coronation medal
Production date
1937
Description
King George VI Coronation medal belonging to Mrs Olive S Prentice.
Collection Type
Objects
History
First issued in May 1937 to celebrate the coronation of King George VI. This medal would have been received by various groups including: members of the Royal household, public servants, government officials and members of the armed forces. It was issued both in the UK and British colonies overseas.
Catalogue Number
0140/1(9)
Associated Person and Role
British Red Cross Society. London Branch
Subject Person and Role
George VI (b.1895, d.1952)
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