Life Saving Medal of the Order of St John, in Silver (1874-1888)

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SKU: 02.GBR.0551.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$1100-1550 USD

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Estimated market value:

$1100-1550 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Great Britain
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    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
  • Size
    37mm
  • Version Remarks
    Only 34 Silver Medals (1874-1888) have been awarded.

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.

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