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Victory Medal
Ruler:
George V (1910-1936)
Engraver:
McMillan, William
This medal was issued to all thos who had already received the 1914 or 1914-15 Stars abd most of those who had the British War Medal. The ribbon is a double rainbow with indigo edges and red centres.
Method of acquisition: Given (1992-06-08) by Tillyard, Stephen
1919 -
Object composed of yellow Bronze Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 30.47 g
Inscription present: The standing figure of Victory holding a palm branch in her right hand and stretching out her left hand.
Inscription present: A laurel wreath containing a four lined inscription.
Accession number: CM.174-1992
Primary reference Number: 226942
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
This record can be cited in the Harvard Bibliographic style using the text below:
The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Victory Medal" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/226942 Accessed: 2024-11-24 11:02:01
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