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War Medal: CM.165-1994

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War Medal

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Ruler: George VI
Engraver: Metcalf, Percy

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Description

Awarded to all fulltime personnell of the armed forces wherever they were serving as long as they served at least 28 days during World War Two.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1994-07-18) by Druce, Mary Grace. Mrs

Dating

1945 -

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Effigy of King George VI

  • Text: GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX ET INDIAE IMP.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A triumphant lion trampling a dragon which sybolises the Axis powers.

  • Text: 1939 1945
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.165-1994
Primary reference Number: 226955

Audit data

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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