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Two Pound Piece: George V (obverse); St. George and the Dragon (reverse)
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Two Pound Piece: George V (obverse); St. George and the Dragon (reverse)

Bertram Mackennal (Australian, 1863–1931), designer; Benedetto Pistrucci (Italian, 1784–1855), designer · 1911 · gold

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Benedetto Pistrucci, an Italian gem and coin engraver, is best known for his image of St. George and the Dragon, which is still used on coinage today. Bertram Mackennal, an Australian sculptor and medallist, was reported to be one of the few artists King George V liked and is most famous for designing the king's likeness.

Cleveland Museum of Art’s own description
Credit lineTwo Pound Piece: George V (obverse); St. George and the Dragon (reverse), 1911. Design by Bertram Mackennal (Australian, 1863–1931), design by after Benedetto Pistrucci (Italian, 1784–1855). Gold; diameter: 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, The Norweb Collection, 1969.222
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