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War Medal, 1939-45: CM.7285-2007

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An image of War Medal, 1939-45
Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: George VI (1936-52)
Ruler: GEORGIUS VI D: G: BR: OMN: REX ET INDIAE IMP. (With the title of)
Artist: Preston, Carter

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Notes

History note: Ex coll. Hugh Kenneth Lapage.

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 50 mm
Image(width): 21 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2007-11-19) by Surr, Gillian, Mrs

Dating

1946 CE - 1952 CE

Note

Fifth of a group of 5

Components of the work

Object composed of silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.7285-2007
Primary reference Number: 167669
British Battles and Medals (7): 141
Location: Tray C

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 29 April 2024

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

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