Historical Objects / Medals

Collection of Tyler Yates

Colonial and Indian Reception

Engraver:
Messrs Elkington & Co.
Year:
1886
Country:
Great Britain
Diameter:
77 mm
Obverse:
Crowned shield of Britain supported by two chains, three shields of the colonies, mantle and rays behind, a motto on ribband below.
TO COMMEMORATE THE COLONIAL & INDIAN RECEPTION AT THE GUILDHALL
LONDON 1886
UNITY PEACE CONCORD
ELKINGTON & CO
LONDON
Reverse:
Interior view of the Guildhall; to the left, a branch of bay with the City mace; to the right, a branch of bay and the City sword. The shield of the City dividing the motto.
DOMINE DIRIGE NOS
References:
BHM 3214
Eimer 1726

This is part of the series made by the Corporation of the City of London. 450 medals were struck. Two medals in original case.