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North West Canada Medal
Victoria (1837-1901)
(Ruler)
Wyon, Leonard Charles
(Engraver)
Royal Mint
(Mint)
Birmingham
(Production place)
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
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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.7223-2007
Accession Number: CM.QC.5204-R
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