MEDAL, gold, bravery
H2013.191
Flat, 9 carat gold medal, with shield in centre and metal cut out around edges to create a leaf on either side, banner at top, and decorative border at bottom. “MMCG’ engraved in centre of shield. Thin engraved zig-zag border around shield. Engraved detailing on leaf, border, and banner. Small metal ring soldered to top through which a larger ring is attached. ‘Presented to/M.MCGLEW./for/saving the life/of DORIS/at Subiaco./16.10.12’ engraved on back. ‘M(?)’ , ‘R’ and 9CT’ stamped into back.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | H2013.191 |
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| Accession Date: | 6 Aug 2013 |
| Acquisition Year: | 2012 |
| Credit: | Hazel Nash Collection |
Material
| Gold/Metal | 0 - Whole |
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Measurement
| length | 37mm | ring folded |
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| length | 41mm | ring extended |
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| width | 28mm |
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| height | 4mm | when flat |
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