British 1953 Queen Elizabeth the 2nd Coronation Medal Female Full Size In Box of Issue With Bow Ribbon

The British 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal was issued to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on 2 June 1953. This full-size medal is made of cupro-nickel and features the crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, with the inscription “QUEEN ELIZABETH II CROWNED 2nd JUNE 1953.” The reverse displays the Royal Cypher and Crown within a wreath. This example is the female issue, distinguished by the presence of a bow on the ribbon. The medal is suspended from a pale blue ribbon edged in white with narrow dark blue and red stripes, completed here with the bow recommended for female recipients. This piece comes in its original box of issue, which typically bears the Royal Arms on its lid. Coronation Medals were awarded to members of the armed forces, government officials, and select civilians who participated in coronation ceremonies or contributed notable public service.