Queen Victoria & Prince Albert Medal The Great Britain c. 1843 White Metal

Queen Victoria & Prince Albert Medal "The Great Britain" c. By Davis Allen, Allen & Moore, Birmingham 1843. White Metal, Plain Edge (Believed Original).

A commemorative medal featuring conjoined busts of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, with reverse depicting "The Great Britain", after the well-documented Allen & Moore (Birmingham) 1843 design. Design: Victoria & Albert / SS Great Britain. Material: Believed white metal (no silver hallmarks present).

Date: Believed 19th century (exact striking unconfirmed). This medal is associated with the Allen & Moore Birmingham issue commemorating the launch of the SS Great Britain (1843).

Comparable examples are held in museum collections, including the Victoria & Albert London, and Royal Museums Greenwich, where this design is documented as being produced in base metals such as white metal. Heavily handled consistent with honest age-related wear. Irregular surface wear and patina. No cleaning or polishing evident.

(Please see photos for full condition). This item is described and attributed to the best of my knowledge and research. It is not professionally authenticated, and exact date of striking cannot be guaranteed. Photos form part of the description - please review carefully.

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