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Africa General Service Medal
Ruler:
Edward VII (1901-10)
Engraver:
de Saulles, George William
Mint:
Royal Mint
Production place:
London
Issued to mostly African and Indian soldiers fighting in African conflicts. This medal has attached a ribbon of yellow with black edges and thin green central stripes. The five clasps are inscribed as follows "WEST AFRICA 1906", EAST AFRICA 1906", "KISSI 1905", "JUBALAND", AND "N.NIGERIA".
History note: Possibly given by the Royal Mint as examples of Military medals.
Method of acquisition: Unknown by unknown
1902 -
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 51.4 g
Inscription present: A left facing profile of Edward VII.
Inscription present: A standing figure of Britannia with a British lion beside her.
Accession number: CM.M.132-R
Primary reference Number: 226911
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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