Physical description
Medal struck on a shield-shaped flan with a crown and loop at the top. The coronation of Edward VII in 1902 prompted major celebrations in Australia. This medal probably issued to school children in Victoria. Over 40 different medals were produced in Victoria.
Inscriptions & markings
Obverse: At centre, within line circle conjoined busts of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra;
Around: EDWARD VII AND ALEXANDRA; Below: CROWNED 26 JUNE 1902.
Reverse: Above: Small rising sun emblem, EDWARD VII / KING AND EMPEROR / ACCESSION 22.1.1901 / CORONATION 26 JUNE 1902. GOD SAVE THE KING / AUSTRALIAN. Around below: COMMONWEALTH CELEBRATIONS.
