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North West Canada Medal
Ruler:
Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver:
Wyon, Leonard Charles
Mint:
Royal Mint
Production place:
Birmingham
Issued to soldiers who took part in the action in North West Canada against the Metis. There is one clasp inscribed with "SASKATCHEWAN" and has a ribbon of blue with red stripes.
History note: Possibly given by the Royal Mint as examples of Military medals.
Method of acquisition: Unknown (unknown) by unknown
1885 -
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 39.03 g
Inscription present: Profile of Victoria
Inscription present: Inscription surrounded by a frame of maple leaves
Accession number: CM.M.136-R
Primary reference Number: 226907
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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Accession Number: CM.1408-2009
Accession Number: CM.1407-2009
Accession Number: CM.274-1963
Accession Number: CM.7223-2007
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