Dated 1911 A.D. Second coinage. Obv: engraved with 'ANTICIPATION / MARCH 16TH / 1911' over profile bust with GEORGIVS V DEI GRA BRITT OMN REX legend. Rev: engraved with 'REALIZATION' over lion on crown dividing date with FID DEF IND IMP SIXPENCE legend. S.4011. 2.79 grams, 19 mm. .
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
The Women's Coronation Procession was organised by the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) in central London on 17 June 1911. This spectacular procession was held a week before the coronation of George V with the intention of enlisting the support of the new King for the proposed Conciliation Bill. [No Reserve]
Price realized | 130 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 30 GBP |