Medals
Commemorative and award medals — struck pieces issued to mark occasions or recognise service, not intended as currency.
Medals
Medals are struck like coins but were never money. They are made to commemorate an event, mark an anniversary, or recognise service or achievement — and because they are not constrained by the practical requirements of coinage, they are often larger, thicker and considerably more ambitious in design.
That freedom makes medals appealing to collectors who care about design and craftsmanship, and they are frequently produced in limited numbers for a specific occasion.
What collectors look at
- The occasion — what the medal was issued to mark.
- Metal and size — medals span a wide range of both.
- Design and relief — often the main attraction.
- Case and documentation — where originally supplied.