Great Britain George I silver Coronation'' Medal 1714 MS63 NGC
Great Britain: George I silver Coronation'' Medal 1714 MS63 NGC. GEORGIVS D G MAG BR FR ET HIB REX Armored, draped, and laureate bust of king right // Britannia standing right, holding spear and shield, placing crown on seated George's head; in exergue INAVGVRAT XX OCT / MDCCXIIII.
Issued to mark the coronation of the Hanover-born George I as king. Always an attractive type, this example features purplish hues that surround the raised devices.
Croker's enthronement scene is among the more elegant in the long history of British coronation medals. Great Britain: George I silver Coronation'' Medal 1714 MS63 NGC, Eimer-470, MI-424-9.