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China War Medal
Ruler:
Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver:
Wyon, William
Production place:
Birmingham
Medal awarded to all who had taken part in the campaign in China popularly known as the First Opium War. Named to "FREDERICK FIELDEN H.M.S. STARLING.".
History note: Given by The Master & Fellows of Trinity College 1937
Method of acquisition: Loan (1937) by Trinity College, Cambridge
1842 -
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 35 mm Diameter 35 mm Weight 33.42 g
Inscription present: Profile of Victoria
Inscription present: An Oval shield bearing the royal arms and a palm tree flanked by a capstan, anchor and naval cannon representing the Royal Navy (left) and a field gun, drum and regimental flag representing the Army (right).
Accession number: CM.TR.2058-R
Primary reference Number: 226876
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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