British Medals, Elizabeth II, Coronation 1953, uniface bronze medal, by Edward Carter Preston (1885-1965), for Messrs. John Pinches, crowned bust r., 63.5mm. (W&E.8052), in blue leather case of issue, mint state, very rare
Edward Carter Preston was born and died in Liverpool and this medal was also struck with an armorial reverse for the Mersey Tunnel Joint Committee. He is best remembered for designing the Memorial Plaques presented to the families of British servicemen and women who died during the Great War.
(65-85 GBP)