New Zealand War Medal, with 5 unofficial clasps

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New Zealand War Medal, with 5 unofficial clasps

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Collection

Te Papa Collections Online

Description

This New Zealand War Medal was awarded to George Davis, with original ribbon and original presentation case. Attached to the ribbon are 5 silver clasps, each engraved with the names of engagements at which Davis was present. The clasps are unofficial, and were commissioned by Davis from the Gisborne silversmith Nasmith. New Zealand War Medals were awarded to the British troops who served in New Zealand during the wars of 1845-46 and 1860-69. It was also awarded, on application, to members of ...

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Format

Image

Date created

1914

Creator

Royal Mint / J.S.& A.B. Wyon / Nasmith & Son

URL

https://collections.tepapa.govt.nz/object/1328282

Related subjects

Queen Victoria / silver / silk / medals / New Zealand Wars / Military service / New Zealand / England / George Davis

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