Medal commemorating the marriage of James VI and Anne of Denmark

Medal commemorating the marriage of James VI and Anne of Denmark. Obverse: Busts of James VI of Scotland and Anne, three-quarter face towards each other. He is in doublet and hat, high, crowned, and with feathers; she is in large ruff and necklace. Above is a crown. Legend: 'IACOBVS 6 . ET . ANNA . D . G . SCOTORVM . REX . ET . REGINA.' Reverse: Scottish shield, ensigned with helmet, crown and crest; at the sides, two standards, bearing the Scottish lion and the cross of St Andrew. Supporters, unicorns; large thistles behind them. Around the shield, the collar and badge of St Andrew. Legend: 'IN DEFENCE'.

Object Details

ID: MEC1110
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Medal
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1590
People: King James I and VI; King James I and VI Queen Anne, Consort of King James I and VI Queen Anne, Consort of King James I and VI
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Caird Collection
Measurements: Overall: 57 mm