Jellalabad Medal
SKU: 02.GBR.0177.101.01
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History
The Jellalabad Medal was established by George Eden, Governor-General of India, in 1842. It was awarded by the Honourable East India Company to the British and Indian troops who served in the campaign to defend the Afghan city of Jalalabad between 1841 and 1842.
There are two versions of the medal that differ in the engraving. The first medal featured a mural crown, but was deemed to be "inappropriate" and a new medal was struck shortly after in its place. Recipients of the first version were invited to exchange their medals for the new version, but few accepted the offer. The second version featured a depiction of a winged Victory and was referred to as, "Flying Victory".
There may be additional versions that differ in size.
Versions
$1,500-1,750 USD
Silver
Obv: JELLALABAD Rev: VII APRIL 1842
39mm
Calcutta Mint, Calcutta
This version was issued unnamed, but many medals were privately engraved. The example pictured here is worn on the incorrect ribbon. ...
$2,200-2,750 USD
Silver
Obv: VICTORIA VINDEX Rev: JELLALABAD VII APRIL Rim: [RECIPIENT DETAILS]
36mm
Royal Mint, London
There are known examples with impressed naming and engraved naming. The value given is for a named British recipient. A medal of an un...
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