Historical Objects / Medals

Collection of Tyler Yates

King George III: Golden Jubilee of His Reign

Engraver:
T. Wyon Sr.
Year:
1809
Country:
England
Diameter:
42 mm
Obverse:
Cuirassed, draped bust of George III facing right.
GOD SAVE THE KING
Reverse:
Inscription enclosed in a wreath.
THE 50 YEAR HE HAS GOVERN’D & PRESERVED AN AFFECTIONATE & LOYAL PEOPLE.
GRAND NATIONAL JUBILEE OCT-25, 1809
GIVE GOD PRAISE
BHM 653

George III celebrated the 50th year of his reign in 1809.