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William and Mary Coronation Medal

John Roettiers1689

Bank of England Museum

Bank of England Museum
London, United Kingdom

A gold William and Mary medal, with both monarchs on the front facing to the right. On the back, a scene from classical mythology is portrayed showing Jupiter throwing thunderbolts at Phaeton, who is falling from his chariot. It is thought that this is representative of William III and James II and the events of the Glorious Revolution in 1688.

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  • Title: William and Mary Coronation Medal
  • Creator: John Roettiers
  • Date Created: 1689
  • Physical Dimensions: 35 mm
  • Type: medal
  • Medium: gold
  • Place of Issue: Great Britain
Bank of England Museum

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