1901 W. Clarkson Costumier and Perruquier of King Edward VII Medal
1901 W. Clarkson Costumier and Perruquier of King Edward VII Medal

1901 W. Clarkson Costumier and Perruquier of King Edward VII Medal

£32.00
 
£32.00
 

This commemorative medal from 1901 honors W. Clarkson, the costumier and perruquier (wig maker) to King Edward VII. The medal features detailed engravings on both sides, highlighting the services of W. Clarkson to the royal family and commemorating the coronation year.
W. Clarkson was a costumier and perruquier (wig maker) associated with King Edward VII. In the context of royal events and ceremonies, a costumier would be responsible for designing and creating costumes, while a perruquier would specialize in creating and styling wigs.
Obverse: The medal displays a bust of W. Clarkson in formal attire.
Obverse legend: Surrounding the portrait is the inscription "COSTUMIER & PERRUQUIER TO H. M. THE KING W. CLARKSON."
Reverse: The reverse features conjoined busts of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, both wearing crowns.
Reverse legend: Encircling the portraits is the inscription "EDWARD VII AND ALEXANDRA" and the year "1901."
Edge: plain
Year: 1901
Metal: Bronze
Weight ± 6.12 g
Diameter ± 24 mm
This medal is a significant artifact for collectors and historians, providing a tangible connection to the coronation of King Edward VII and the contributions of W. Clarkson to the royal household. 
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SKU: MED87-
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