JEAN BAPTISTE MERLEN
The William IV Crown
Celebrating an iconic work of numismatic art, we have struck Merlen’s intricate shield design from the reverse of the William IV crown as part of our Great Engravers Collection.
The William IV Crown
Celebrating an iconic work of numismatic art, we have struck Merlen’s intricate shield design from the reverse of the William IV crown as part of our Great Engravers Collection.
Celebrating the accomplished numismatic artist, this coin marks Jean Baptiste Merlen’s first appearance in our Great Engravers Collection.
The design unites four shields encircled by the collar of the Order of the Garter and framed by the royal mantle, a composition rich in symbolism and artistry.
Created using scans from an original William IV crown, this modern remastering brings clarity and precision, whilst echoing traditional methods of engraving by hand.
