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British War Medal

Category:
Crowns & Medals, British Coins
SKU:
1085
Price:
A$120.00
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Description

British War Medal, which was awarded to British and Imperial forces for service in World War I. 

The medal features a portrait of King George V, who reigned from 1910 to 1936. 

The Latin inscription around the portrait, "GEORGIVS V BRITT: OMN: REX ET IND: IMP:", translates to "George V, King of all the Britains and Emperor of India". 

The medal was established on July 26, 1919, and was awarded to those who served between August 5, 1914, and November 11, 1918.