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Medal

19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This is a bronze medal made in the early 19th century England. The obverse of this medal represents the profile head of King George III., with border of alternating hearts and hands, and the initials G. R. The reverse shows the inscription "A testimony of gratitude from his fellow townsmen for spirited and patriotic services. 1802. Manchester and Salford Volunteers."


Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
Bronze
Brief description
Medal, presented to the Manchester and Salford Volunteers, 1802, English, early 19th century.
Physical description
Obv., profile head of King George III., with border of alternating hearts and hands, and the initials G. R. Rev., an inscription. English 19th century.
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 1.375in
Marks and inscriptions
"A testimony of gratitude from his fellow townsmen for spirited and patriotic services. 1802. Manchester and Salford Volunteers." (rev.)
Credit line
Given by the W. Fleming, F.R.C.S.E.
Historical context
One of a number of medals and awards struck in recognition of the contribution made by the many local militias raised during the French Revolutionary Wars.
Subjects depicted
Summary
This is a bronze medal made in the early 19th century England. The obverse of this medal represents the profile head of King George III., with border of alternating hearts and hands, and the initials G. R. The reverse shows the inscription "A testimony of gratitude from his fellow townsmen for spirited and patriotic services. 1802. Manchester and Salford Volunteers."
Bibliographic reference
List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington, Acquired During the Year 1877, Arranged According to the Dates of Acquisition. London : Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode for H.M.S.O. p. 146.
Collection
Accession number
1697-1877

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Record createdNovember 19, 2008
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