Medal: The Victory Medal awarded to George Davis, mounted with six others

Maker
Royal Mint, UK (estab. 0886 AD)
Production date
1914-1919
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Description
The Victory Medal, awarded to George Davis. Part of a mounted set of full-sized medals belonging to Davis from both World War I and World War II. Mounted second from the left.
The Victory Medal was issued to all those who already qualified for 1914, 1914-15 Stars and to most persons qualified for British War Medal. It is never awarded by itself. It is distinguished by its unique double rainbow ribbon. Often referred to as 'The Allied Victory Medal'.
Obverse: the winged Roman goddess Victoria (Victory). Reverse: 'THE GREAT WAR FOR CIVILISATION 1914-1919 .......' surrounded by a laurel wreath.
Name on rim: 38265 CPL. G.H.DAVIS. N.Z.E.F.
Accession number
1999.21.21
Museum System ID
44345
Collection type
Classification
Maker and role
Royal Mint, UK (estab. 0886 AD)
Media/Materials
Bronze: 1 - medal
Grosgrain ribbon: 2 - ribbon
Measurements
165mm x 95mm (L x W)
Measurement details
2D objects (HxW): H 95 W 165mm: 0 - Whole
Production place and notes
England, Great Britain, Europe
On display?
Not on display

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