Sword Posted April 7, 2016 Posted April 7, 2016 Every time I am in Oxford, I can't resist dropping into the Ashmolean Museum to have a look at the Oxford Crowns on display. Unfortunately, the Heberden coin room can only be visited by appointment. Nevertheless, there are still a number of impressive / interesting pieces in the permanent exhibits. I have attached a few photos just in case they are of any interest. 4 Quote
ozjohn Posted April 7, 2016 Posted April 7, 2016 Very interesting photos of George V dies. It's a pity the finished product bears little resemblance to the original product. The only exception being the 1911 proof set. Quote
ozjohn Posted April 8, 2016 Posted April 8, 2016 Matrices ? The only one I have heard of are the mathematical type used for solving simultaneous equations. However the pictures show a very detailed portrait of which little survives the minting process especially with George V silver coins. One other issue other than the 1911 proof set that shows much of this detail is the WW1 silver medal. Quote
VickySilver Posted April 8, 2016 Posted April 8, 2016 Correct term is : matrix for singular, matrices plural. This is the en relief positive image that these show. I am lucky enough to have one of the reverse of the English 1937 shilling. Quote
ozjohn Posted April 8, 2016 Posted April 8, 2016 The plural form is used for math unless describing a particular matrix. However still doesn't excuse the mess made by the mint in turning these images into coins. Quote
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