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Queen's Mediterranean Medal
Ruler:
Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver:
de Saulles, George William
Mint:
Royal Mint
Production place:
London
Awarded to members of the militia battalions which were sent to Malta and Gibraltar to take over from the regular troops who were drafted to the Cape. The ribbon is red with two narrow dark blue stripes and a central broad orange stripe.
History note: Possibly given by the Royal Mint as examples of Military medals.
Method of acquisition: Unknown by unknown
1899 -
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 35.2 g
Inscription present: Jubilee bust of Queen Victoria.
Inscription present: A standing figure of Britannia holding a Union Jack and a laurel wreath towards a group of soldiers with a warship towards the left.
Accession number: CM.M.128-R
Primary reference Number: 226915
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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