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Victory Medal: CM.174-1992

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Victory Medal

Maker(s)

Ruler: George V (1910-1936)
Engraver: McMillan, William

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Description

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.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1992-06-08) by Tillyard, Stephen

Dating

1919 -

Components of the work

Object composed of yellow Bronze Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 30.47 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: The standing figure of Victory holding a palm branch in her right hand and stretching out her left hand.

  • Text: W. McM
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A laurel wreath containing a four lined inscription.

  • Text: THE GREAT WAR FOR CIVILISATION 1914-1919
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.174-1992
Primary reference Number: 226942

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Created: Monday 9 February 2015 Updated: Monday 14 July 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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