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Transport Medal
Ruler:
Edward VII (1901-10)
Engraver:
de Saulles, George William
Mint:
Royal Mint
Production place:
London
Given to officers of the merchant vessels which transported troops during the wars in South Africa and China a the turn of the century. There are two clasps inscribed with "CHINA 1900" and "S.AFRICA 1899-1902".
History note: Possibly given by the Royal Mint as examples of Military medals.
Method of acquisition: Unknown by unknown
1903 -
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 41.09 g
Inscription present: A left facing profile of Edward VII.
Inscription present: HMST Ophir below a map of the world with a Latin inscription at the bottom.
Accession number: CM.M.133-R
Primary reference Number: 226910
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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Accession Number: CM.1449-2009
Accession Number: CM.1448-2009
Accession Number: CM.82-1991
Accession Number: CM.1473-2009
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