Life Saving Medal of the Order of St John, in Silver
SKU: 02.GBR.0551.102.01
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History
The Life Saving Medal of the Order of St. John was established on December 15, 1874. The Medal is issued in a Gold, Silver, or Bronze grade to reward acts of gallantry in life-saving efforts. Recipients who have demonstrated an imminent risk of their own life in life-saving pursuits are also eligible for the award.
Clasps are awarded to denote further acts of gallantry.
There are 3 versions of the Medal which vary by design and inscription. It is estimated that only 34 Silver Medals of the first version were awarded.
Versions
$1100-1550 USD
Silver
Obv: AWARDED BY THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN OF JERUSALEM IN ENGLAND Rev: JERUSALEM ACRE CYPRUS RHODES MALTA FOR SERVICE IN THE CAUSE OF HUMANITY
37mm
Only 34 Silver Medals (1874-1888) have been awarded.
$1100-1550 USD
Silver
Obv: FOR SERVICE IN THE CAUSE OF HUMANITY Rev: JERUSALEM ENGLAND AWARDED BY THE GRAND PRIORY OF THE ORDER OF THE HOSPITAL OF ST. JOHN OF JERUSALEM
37mm
$150-1200 USD
Silver
Obv: FOR SERVICE IN THE CAUSE OF HUMANITY Rev: JERUSALEM ENGLAND AWARDED BY THE MOST VENERABLE ORDER OF THE HOSPITAL OF ST. JOHN OF JERUSALEM
37mm
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