Arctic Medal 1876

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SKU: 02.GBR.0481.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$5400 USD

  • Arctic Medal 1876
  • Arctic Medal 1876

Estimated market value:

$5400 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Great Britain
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: VICTORIA REGINA 1876 Rim: [RECIPIENT DETAILS]
  • Size
    36mm
  • Image Licensing
    This image is attributed to Morton & Eden Ltd., Lot Number 393, Catalogue 60, November 29 2012.

History


The Arctic Medal 1876 was instituted on November 28, 1876, and awarded to Officers and men of the HM shits Alert and Discovery in recognition of service in the Arctic Expedition between July 17, 1875, and November 2, 1876. The Silver Medal was also awarded to the crew of the private yacht Pandora who served from June 25 to October 19, 1875, and June 3 to November 2, 1876. It is estimated that only 155 Medals were awarded.

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