{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-i-armada-medal-replica-solid-copper-with-red-ribbon-blue-case","title":"Queen Elizabeth I Armada Medal Replica – Solid Copper with Red Ribbon Blue Case","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eQueen Elizabeth I Armada Medal Replica – Solid Copper with Red Ribbon \u0026amp; Blue Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eA finely detailed replica medal inspired by the historic Queen Elizabeth I Armada Medal, also known as the Dangers Averted Medal, associated with the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1533–1603).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"565\"\u003eElizabeth I, remembered as the “Virgin Queen,” ruled during one of the most celebrated periods in English history. Her reign saw political stability, overseas exploration, cultural achievement, and the flourishing of the Elizabethan Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eThe obverse features a high-relief Renaissance-style portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, wearing a crown, ruff collar, jeweled gown, and holding the royal sceptre and orb. Around the portrait is the Latin inscription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e“DITIOR . IN . TOTO . NON . ALTER . CIRCVLVS . ORBE”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eThis may be translated as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e“There is no richer circle in all the world.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eThe reverse depicts a bay or laurel tree standing on an island, surrounded by waves, with the royal initials\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eE R\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the field, meaning\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eElizabeth Regina — Queen Elizabeth\u003c\/strong\u003e. The reverse inscription reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e“NON . IPSA . PERICVLA . TANGVNT”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eThis translates as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e“Not even dangers can touch it.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eThe imagery refers to Elizabeth’s survival through great political and military dangers, especially the threat from Catholic powers in Europe and King Philip II of Spain. The medal is closely associated with the aftermath of the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588, one of the defining events of Elizabeth’s reign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eAccording to the British Museum, related examples of this medal were produced shortly after the destruction of the Armada and may have served as prestigious presentation or reward pieces. The reverse design, with the laurel tree untouched by storm and danger, symbolized Elizabeth’s strength, survival, and the protection of England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eThis replica is made from solid copper and supplied with a red neck ribbon. It comes displayed in a blue presentation case, giving the piece an elegant and collection-ready appearance. The detailed portrait, Tudor costume, royal symbols, and Renaissance-style decorative elements make it an attractive piece for historical medal collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003e• Material: Solid Copper\u003cbr data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e• Medal Weight: 33 g \/ 1.16 oz\u003cbr data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003e• Medal Size: 52.2 × 43.6 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003e• Medal Size: 2.06 × 1.72 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003e• Includes Red Neck Ribbon\u003cbr data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003e• Blue Presentation Case Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003eThis historical medal makes an attractive display piece for collectors interested in British history, Tudor England, Queen Elizabeth I, the Spanish Armada, Renaissance art, royal memorabilia, and historic medals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2763\"\u003eCarefully crafted with attention to detail and supplied in a blue presentation case suitable for display or gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tmedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48375636033706,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/7186\/3722\/files\/2H5A0481.jpg?v=1780588286","url":"https:\/\/tmedals.com\/products\/queen-elizabeth-i-armada-medal-replica-solid-copper-with-red-ribbon-blue-case","provider":"Tmedals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}