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ANTIQUE 1887 HM Queen Victoria British Regina and Empress of India JUBILEE Medal
Weight: 21g
Diameter: 1 1/2 inches
Obverse: Left-facing image of Queen Victoria with radiate inscriptions: Victoria Britt Reg Empress of India 1887
Reverse: Victoria Jubilee 1887, born May 1819, crowned 1838, married 1840
Notes / other details: an original commemorative medal of HM Queen Victoria’s Jubilee Reign in 1887
Queen Victoria’s reign, known as the Victorian era, was a period of significant transformation and power for Britain. Ascending the throne in 1837, her rule marked advancements in industrial, cultural, political, scientific, and military change within the United Kingdom, and it saw the expansion of the British Empire. Under her leadership, Britain underwent a period of profound growth, becoming the world’s foremost power. Her title as Empress of India, proclaimed in 1876, emphasised this imperial dominance, as it was a period when the British colonial footprint was at its most extensive, reflecting a time of British pride and national achievement. Victoria’s reign, which lasted until 1901, has been commemorated in various ways, with the 1887 Jubilee medal being one such token that celebrated the 50th anniversary of her coronation.
The Victorian era is heralded as a golden age of British culture, industrial progress, and imperial expansion. Queen Victoria’s reign, from 1837 to 1901, is characterised by the nation’s dramatic transformation and the height of the British Empire. Collectors and enthusiasts of this period are drawn to its rich history, from advancements in the arts and sciences to the complex dynamics of societal change. The period’s artifacts, like this Queen Victoria Jubilee Medal, are not merely collectibles; they are remnants of a time when Britain’s global influence was unparalleled. Such items resonate with those who appreciate the grandeur and the intricate details of Victorian design and craftsmanship, and they hold a special allure for connoisseurs seeking to own a piece of this celebrated epoch.
The Victorian era is heralded as a golden age of British culture, industrial progress, and imperial expansion. Queen Victoria’s reign, from 1837 to 1901, is characterised by the nation’s dramatic transformation and the height of the British Empire. Collectors and enthusiasts of this period are drawn to its rich history, from advancements in the arts and sciences to the complex dynamics of societal change. The period’s artifacts, like this Queen Victoria Jubilee Medal, are not merely collectibles; they are remnants of a time when Britain’s global influence was unparalleled. Such items resonate with those who appreciate the grandeur and the intricate details of Victorian design and craftsmanship, and they hold a special allure for connoisseurs seeking to own a piece of this celebrated epoch.
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