China War Medal 1900, in Silver
SKU: 02.GBR.0223.101.01
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History
The China War Medal 1900 was authorized by Army Order in 1901 and awarded to British and Imperial troops in commemoration of the China War of 1900, also known as the Boxer Rebellion. Silver Medals were awarded to combatants while Bronze Medals were awarded to Native and Indian bearers and servants.
3 clasps were authorized for award with the Medal:
1. “RELIEF OF PEKIN”
2. “TAKU FORTS”
3. “DEFENCE OF LEGATIONS”
The Obverse of the Silver Medal was designed by G.W. de Saulles and the Reverse was designed by W. Wyon.
A variety of different naming styles were used and the value of the Silver Medal varies by the recipient.
Versions
$350-450 USD
Silver
Obv: VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX Rev: CHINA 1900
36mm
The value given is for a medal of a recipient in the Royal Navy. A medal for a recipient in the British Army would be valued at 450-525, ...
$800-900 USD
Silver
Obv: VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX Rev: CHINA 1900
36mm
The value given is for a medal of a recipient in the Royal Navy. A medal for a recipient in the British Army would be valued at 1,250-1,3...
$1,400-1,750 USD
Silver
Obv: VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX Rev: CHINA 1900
36mm
The Silver Medal (with "TAKU FORTS" clasp) image features a Silver Medal with 2 clasps, "RELIEF OF PEKIN," and "TAKU FORTS." Refer to the...
$12,500-17,500 USD
Silver
Obv: VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX Rev: CHINA 1900
36mm
Miniatures
$65 USD
17.5mm
Silver
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