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Valued Member
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I've been searching for info about each size of these medals (25mm,45mm,60mm) but can't find much. I'm very interested in finding out the mintage numbers for each size and who actually minted them, as some claim it was the Mint and others say it was Scully LTD. Some even say they were minted by the Mint and issued by the Scully, which still dosent concretely answer my question. If any of you have any info, stories or historical facts about these medals I'd be very interested in learning more!   Edited by Wawahtewa Coin
10/01/2023 08:42 am
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Canada
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That's an interesting set-I've never seen them before. Are any made of silver?
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
United States
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Here's what I can offer: 60mm Size - Maximum Mintage 1,000 (Serial numbered) - Issue Price $50.00 CAD 40 mm Size - Unspecified / Unlimited Mintage - Issue Price 12.00 CAD 22 mm Size - Unspecified / Unlimited Mintage - Issue Price $7.00 CAD (I've also seen $8.00 listed) A Two-Medal Set (60mm + 40mm) with Presentation Case was sold for $60.00 CAD The medal's design was created by Thomas Paget of London; the Queen approved her portrait. Paget is well-remembered for his long association with The Royal Mint. Described as having a "Mirror Proof" finish and struck in "Pure Silver" (0.999 fine?). I'm unaware of the Royal Canadian Mint being involved in the production of the medals. I've only ever seen listings indicating Scully Ltd. was the source (via edge lettering). But I can't state definitively "Yes/No" re: RCM. Scully is still in business. I would suggest reaching out to them for possible definitive answers. Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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Canada
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Hi I'm new to the site but I have a set of all 3 medallions and there was only 1000 60mm minted and it was by skully and they were all numbered. I am hoping someone can help direct me to what company would be the best to get these graded as well I have the 1939 bronze and silver royal visit medallions still in original cardboard boxes and want to know should I get them graded as well but if I do than they won't be in the original boxes any ideas I would appreciate reason I want to know is all the medallions are in perfect condition and would hate to do something to lower the value.
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New Member
Canada
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Forgot to mention only the 60mm were minted bu skully the 2 smaller sizes were minted by the Royal Canadian Mint.the 2 smaller sizes I am unsure of how many were minted only the 60mm ones are numbered on the outer edge with skully's name as the mint |
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
United States
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@Dolkel: I would check with PCGS and NGC about your medals. Each grades certain medals, but I'm not sure about your specific pieces. Quote:
want to know should I get them graded Personally, as someone who owns these medals, I don't believe the cost of grading would be worth it. Mine remain "raw." Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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to CCF Dolkel Great information last year by Commems, and a tad bit more today to complete the history of these. and as Commems stated, most likely not worth the value to have them graded. But that being said, some folk want them graded to personal reasons (such as they fit their collection better, or for longevity and protection of the coins.) If they were mine, I would not grade them due to cost over value. But if you want them graded - PCGS will give you better re-sell value over the next 2 - But PCGS is expensive to have grade coins, as you must be a member and pay dues for that privilege. NGC is next in cost then ANACS - this one is the cheapest of th e3 best known TPG's listed here. in the end - it is your choice. |
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@Dokel
The 60mm version was actually minted in Germany.
The 40mm and 22mm versions were minted by Scully. The Canadian mint did not mint any. There's also a German 40mm version that was minted in 1965 that has the same exact design but all the writing is german.
As for the 1939 Royal visit medals, they aren't worth grading unless you're positive they would grade MS66 or higher.
Don't hesitate to contact me is you need more info. I'm a huge collector of everything related to the 1939 royal visit I'd love to share anything that I know.
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