{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-i-armada-medal-replica-solid-copper-with-chain","title":"Queen Elizabeth I Armada Medal Replica – Solid Copper with Chain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eA finely detailed \u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eQueen Elizabeth I Armada Medal replica\u003c\/strong\u003e, inspired by the historic medal associated with the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. This piece pays tribute to \u003cstrong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eQueen Elizabeth I of England (1533–1603)\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most celebrated monarchs in British history and a defining figure of the Elizabethan Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eThe obverse features a Renaissance-style portrait of Elizabeth I, wearing an elaborate ruff collar, jeweled gown, and royal ornaments. Around the portrait is the Latin inscription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e“DITIOR . IN . TOTO . NON . ALTER . CIRCVLVS . ORBE”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eThis may be translated as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"923\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"923\"\u003e“There is no richer circle in all the world.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eThe reverse design of the original medal shows a laurel tree standing firm upon an island surrounded by waves, with the royal initials \u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eE R\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eElizabeth Regina\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eQueen Elizabeth\u003c\/strong\u003e. The reverse inscription reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e“NON . IPSA . PERICVLA . TANGVNT”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003emeaning:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e“Not even dangers can touch it.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eThe imagery reflects Elizabeth I’s survival through political and military dangers, especially the threat from King Philip II of Spain and the Spanish Armada. The laurel tree standing untouched by danger became a powerful symbol of endurance, royal authority, and England’s resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eThis replica is made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003esolid copper\u003c\/strong\u003e and finished in a rich \u003cstrong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eantique-gold tone\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing out the portrait details, Tudor costume, lettering, and Renaissance-style decoration. It is supplied with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003esolid copper chain\u003c\/strong\u003e and a presentation case, making it suitable for display, collecting, or gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e• Material: Solid Copper\u003cbr data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e• Finish: Antique-Gold Tone\u003cbr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e• Medal Weight: 33 g \/ 1.16 oz\u003cbr data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e• Total Weight with Copper Chain: 49.3 g \/ 1.74 oz\u003cbr data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003e• Medal Size: 52.2 × 43.6 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e• Medal Size: 2.06 × 1.72 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e• Solid Copper Chain Length: 60 cm \/ 23.62 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003e• Includes Solid Copper Chain\u003cbr data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003e• Presentation Case Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eAn attractive historical display piece for collectors interested in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eBritish history, Tudor England, Queen Elizabeth I, the Spanish Armada, Renaissance medals, royal memorabilia, and historic medal replicas\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The final photo shows the original British Museum example for comparison and historical reference only. 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