Object number
202303.47.1
Title
Member of the British Empire Medal of R.W. Edwards
Creator
Description
Member of the British Empire Medal of R.W. Edwards, A cross patonce (four arms with three points on each arm) of frosted silver surmounted by an Imperial Crown. In the circular centre are the crowned effigies of King George V and his consort Queen Mary. The centre is surrounded by a circular band, bearing the motto ‘FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE’. The reverse of the medal has a rope circle with the Royal Cypher, surmounted by an Imperial Crown. The ribbon is pink with a central white stripe and a white border at each edge. This medal is found alongside the British War Medal 1914-20, Victory Medal, India General Service Medal, India General Service Medal 1936-39, Defence medal, War Medal 1939-45 and Long Service and Good Conduct Medal mounted in a wooden box with a plaque.
Date
1946 - 1946
Dimensions
- Width: 50 mm
- Height: 70 mm