ELIZABETH I (Queen of England, 1553 - 1603) Early Wax PortraitEarly wax portrait medallion in natural beeswax, finely detailed bas relief portrait. Probably 17th century or earlier. 2 7 8" x 2 1 4". Good condition, minor flaking to edge. ELIZABETH I was Queen of England and Ireland from 17 November 1558 until her death. Sometimes called The Virgin Queen, Gloriana or Good Queen Bess, the childless Elizabeth was the fifth and last monarch of the Tudor dynasty.