Canadian Quatercentenary Medal

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Date:1963 - 1964 (c.)

Description:This silver medal was issued by the city of Stratford, Ontario, Canada to mark the four-hundredth anniversary in 1964 of Shakespeare's birth.

This profile differs markedly from the conventional depictions of Shakespeare. Presented by the Mayor of Stratford, Ontario on 25th May 1964.

Identity number SBT 1964-6


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