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Ref: 7281 |
London,
British Empire Exhibition 1924, bronze medal by Bertram Mackennal and Percy
Metcalfe, in fitted red leather case of issue Obv:
crowned bust of George V left in ermine gown Rev:
statue of a lion seated left, ‘twin towers’ of Wembley Stadium beyond Condition:
Good extremely fine; Diameter: 51mm Reference:
BHM 4193; Eimer 1987 Notes:
This colossal exhibition showcased the trade of the countries in eth British
Empire. The Empire Stadium became Wembley Stadium after the exhibition ended,
and was used as the home of English football until 2002 (when a new stadium
was built on the same site). 27 million people visited the Exhibition. Price
£125 |
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