Description Queen Victoria's Silver Jubilee of Reign 1887. As part of the British Empire, New Zealand towns celebrated the 50th year of Queen Victoria's reign. Included in the celebrations was the issue of Special commemorative medals. Napier Jubilee medal. Obverse: VICTORIA'S JUBILEE 1887. H.S. on truncation. Reverse: NAPIER N.Z. /IN / COMMEMORATION / JUNE 21 1887 / G.SWAN / MAYOR Gilt copper, 31mm, pierced. Catalogue: Morel 1887/4. Grade: EF, gilt worn from high areas, verdigris spots on the obverse and a rust spot on the reverse.
