London, British Empire Exhibition 1924, bronze medal by Bertram Mackennal and Percy Metcalfe, in fitted red leather case of issue
Obv: crowned bust of George V left in ermine gown
Rev: statue of a lion seated left, ‘twin towers’ of Wembley Stadium beyond
Condition: Good extremely fine; Diameter: 51mm
Reference: BHM 4193; Eimer 1987
Notes: This colossal exhibition showcased the trade of the countries in eth British Empire. The Empire Stadium became Wembley Stadium after the exhibition ended, and was used as the home of English football until 2002 (when a new stadium was built on the same site). 27 million people visited the Exhibition.