Ceylon King Edward VIII Crown Hearn Patterns 1936 PL67 PCGS silver medal 1984

The Ceylon silver medal dated “1936” and issued in 1984 is a fascinating numismatic fantasy piece known as the King Edward VIII Crown – Hearn Pattern. It recreates a coin design that was never officially issued due to the abdication of King Edward VIII, making it an especially intriguing item for collectors of British colonial history and pattern issues. This medal reflects an alternative path of history, preserved through high-quality modern striking.

The obverse features a left-facing portrait of King Edward VIII with short hair and a clean profile, surrounded by the inscription “EDWARD VIII KING EMPEROR.” The portrait is sharply modeled, with smooth fields and a classic beaded border that echoes the style of British crowns of the 1930s. The restrained yet authoritative depiction highlights Edward VIII’s brief and controversial reign.

The reverse displays a powerful image of an elephant standing on a ground line, a traditional symbol associated with Ceylon. Above the animal appears the inscription “CEYLON,” while the date “1936” is placed to the right. The elephant’s muscular form, raised trunk, and textured skin are engraved in strong relief, framed by a beaded rim that completes the balanced colonial-era composition.

Struck in silver with a prooflike finish, this medal is certified by PCGS as PL67. Issued in 1984 as part of the Hearn fantasy series, it combines historical imagination, colonial symbolism, and collectible rarity. A compelling addition to collections focused on patterns, British Empire issues, and numismatic what-if scenarios.

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