Indian Army Meritorious Service Medal 1848

SKU: 02.GBR.0309.101.01

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  • Silver Medal Obverse
  • Silver Medal Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Great Britain
  • date of institution
    May 20, 1948
  • makers
    The Royal Mint (UK)
  • remarks
    The Indian Army Meritorious Service Medal (1848) was designed by William Wyon.

History


The Indian Army Meritorious Service Medal (1848) was instituted by the Indian Government by General Order on May 20, 1848. The Silver Medal was awarded to forces of the Honourable East India Company and the Indian Armed Services.

The Medal was issued with an annuity up to £20 ($27) to European sergeants to reward meritorious service.

The Medal was discontinued in 1873.

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Indian Army Meritorious Service Medal 1848

  • Price

    $660+ USD

  • Composition

    Silver

  • Inscription

    Obv: VICTORIA REGINA Rev: FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE AUSPICIO REGIS ET SENATUS ANGLIA

  • Size

    36mm

  • Maker

    Royal Mint, London

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