1966 Westminster Abbey 900th Anniversary Medallion
Designed by renowned sculptor Michael Rizzello, this impressive medal or medallion was issued to commemorate the 900th anniversary of the founding of Westminster Abbey in 1065 / 1066.
Obverse
In the centre, a large head of Edward the Confessor, surrounded by nine other portraits of notables including William I and Elizabeth I. There is no inscription on the obverse.
Reverse
View of the facade of Westminster Abbey, with the inscription (legend) :-
900
YEARS
WESTMINSTER
ABBEY
Edge
The edge is is inscribed:
1065 - 1965
and also bears a serial number, and a London hallmark with date letter k, the maker's or sponsor's mark J.H.J., and a special Westminster Abbey mark.
Technical Specifications
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Description | Diameter | Weight | Fineness | Gold Content
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1965 Westminster Abbey Medallion | 57 | 127.3 | .916 (22) | 3.7517
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Notes
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres.
Weight = Gross weight in grams.
Fineness = Alloy = millesimal fineness, and carats.
Gold Content = Fine gold content in troy ounces.
Notes
Alloy = millesimal fineness, and carats.
Fine gold content = troy ounces.
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