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Royal Naval Good Shooting Medal
Ruler:
Edward VII (1901-10)
Engraver:
de Saulles, George William
Mint:
Royal Mint
Production place:
London
This medal was awarded to those who came first in various gunnery competitions held during the Annual Fleet Competitions. This medals clasp is inscribed with H.M.S."DEVONSHIRE" 1907. 7.5" B.L.".
History note: Possibly given by the Royal Mint as examples of Military medals.
Method of acquisition: Unknown by unknown
1907 -
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 38.76 g
Inscription present: A left facing profile of Edward VII.
Inscription present: Naked and cloaked Neptune grasping thunderbolts in the act of hurling the missile. Behind Neptune is the prow of a Roman trireme, drawn by three seahorses.
Accession number: CM.M.154-R
Primary reference Number: 226889
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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