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India Mutiny Medal
Ruler:
Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver:
Wyon, William
Mint:
Birmingham
Engraver:
Wyon, Leonard Charles
Medal awarded to troops who took part in operations to quell the Sepoy mutiny which had been the immediate cause of the uprising. Clasps inscribed with RELIEF OF LUCKNOW, and LUCKNOW. Named to "CORPl Wm UNSWORTH, 13th Bn R. ARTy".
History note: Given by The Master & Fellows of Trinity College 1937
Method of acquisition: Loan (1937) by Trinity College, Cambridge
1858 -
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 43.00 g
Inscription present: Profile of Victoria
Inscription present: The standing figure of Britannia bestowing victor's laurels, with the British lion alongside.
Accession number: CM.TR.2063-R
Primary reference Number: 226881
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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