Southern Rhodesia: King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Royal Visit
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Form:
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Circular with attached lug.
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By:
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Percy Metcalfe / Royal Mint |
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Date:
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1947 |
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Ref:
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Laidlaw: 0143;
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Variations:
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| 32.6 mm | Bronzed Base Metal | 14.1 gm | $8 |
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Edge:
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Plain
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Obverse:
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Conjoined crowned and robed busts of the King and Queen, left. Signed: “PM” on the King’s shoulder. Legend on a raised band above: “ROYAL VISIT”, laurel sprigs below.
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Reverse:
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Coat of arms of Southern Rhodesia with Sable Antelope supporters, Zimbabwe Bird crest and motto: “SIT NOMINE DIGNA”. Legend: “SOUTHERN RHODESIA” and: “1947” below.
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Notes:
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