National Trust Centenary Gold Medallion

Obverse of 1995 National Trust Centenary Gold Medallion Reverse of 1995 National Trust Centenary Gold Medallion 1995 National Trust Centenary Gold Medallion in Presentation Box

The Gold Medallion
The specimen we have seen, and shown here, is only in nine carat gold (37.5% pure). Traditionally most commemorative medals were struck in 22 carat or 18 carat gold. Probably due to the higher price of gold bullion, but perhaps added to by marketing and profitability factors, sadly some modern medallions are produced in inferior metals such as this. Still, it does help to keep the secondary market price affordable also!
We do not currently know whether these medallions were produced in other sizes, metals, or alloys, but believe it is likely.

Obverse
The obverse, or main side, of the medallion features eleven images chosen to reflect the wide range of concerns that the National Trust encompasses.
The legend (inscription) reads:
THE NATIONAL TRUST
1895 - 1995

Reverse
The reverse shows the coat of arms of the Royal Mint in Llantrisant.
The legend (inscription) reads:
ROYAL MINT
CENTENARY MEDAL
It would appear that the Royal Mint designed this to be used as a common reverse design for a wide range of commercially produced medals, thus enabling companies or individuals to reduce their tooling costs.

Edge & Hallmark
Surprisingly, the edge, although intended to be plain, is rather uneven.
It bears a London Assay Office mark, and the sponsor's mark RLH, which we presume is that of Roger de L. Holmes, the then Deputy Master and Chief Executive of the Royal Mint.

Original Box
Complete with original box.

Technical Specifications

Description	Diameter	Weight	Fineness	Gold Content
1995 National Trust Centenary Medallion	63	185.5	.375 (9)	2.3265

Notes
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres.
Weight = Gross weight in grams. * Estimated
Fineness = Alloy = millesimal fineness, and carats.
Gold Content = Fine gold content in troy ounces.

Prices & Availability
We are always happy to buy and sell gold medals and medallions.
Please contact us if there is a gold medallion you wish to buy or sell.

Price & Availability

Dates	Description	Reference	Issue Limit	Grade	Availability
1995	National Trust 9 Carat Gold Large Centenary Medallion	B.M.9	50	FDC	Yes

National Trust Centenary

Quantity	Premium %	Surcharge	Rate	Buy
1	20.00	£0.00	£0.00

We Buy Medals & Medallions
We make an active market in medals and medallions, whether individually, or in complete sets and collections. Buying and selling prices vary with the market price of silver (or gold where appropriate).
The secondary (secondhand) market prices for silver medallions is usually quite competitively priced, and for connoisseurs of medallic or numismatic art, previously owned medallion sets often represent a bargain especially compared with the original new prices.
Please contact us if you have medals or medallions for sale.

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