New Zealand War Medal, J Nolan
Maker
Royal Mint
Production date
1869-1870s
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Object detail
Description
A New Zealand War Medal. One surface of the medal reads "NEW ZEALAND VIRTUTIS HONOR" with the dates "1863 to 1864" centred inside a wreath. The other side has a side-view bust of Queen Victoria in relief, encircled by the Latin words VICTORIA D:G:BRITT:REG:F:D: The medal has a loop attached at the top through which the ribbon passes. At the end of the ribbon a clasp is attached for securing the medal/ribbon to other surfaces, ie a jacket. Stamped around the thin edge of the medal is the following: J.NOLAN, O.S., H.M.S. MIRANDA.
Medal awarded to James Nolan who served on the HMS Miranda. The medal was awarded only to naval personnel who had to have survived action on land.
Medal awarded to James Nolan who served on the HMS Miranda. The medal was awarded only to naval personnel who had to have survived action on land.
Maker
Royal Mint
Production date
1869-1870s
Production place
England
Measurements
103mm (length), 41mm (width)
Accession number
0001/01
Current rights