Description

George VI. 1936-1952. Silver Medal 1947, 37.12 g. Royal Visit to Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe). By P. Metcalfe. Busts, conjoined, crowned and draped. Rv. Crowned monogram of the Royals. ROYAL VISIT 1947. Plain edge. 38.7 mm. Eimer -. BHM 4417. FDC / Mint State. Mattiert / Matte finish.

From Spink Numismatic Circular, London, February 2003, lot CM109.

In 1947, the British Royal Family embarked upon a world tour. It included an excursion to South Africa, Southern Rhodesia and Bechuanaland Protectorate. It was the first overseas state visit since the outbreak of war in 1939 and was celebrated with much pomp and fanfare.