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Medal Battle of Jutland, silver
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1916 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
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| Obverse description | Two crossed naval ensigns in high relief occupy the central field, with a trident rising centrally between them and an anchor at the base. A shield bearing the date '31 MAY 1916' is displayed at the junction of the flags and trident. The surrounding legend reads 'TO THE GLORIOUS MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FELL THAT DAY', separated by dot stops, within a beaded inner border. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a large open oak wreath in relief framing a multi-line commemorative inscription in the field. The maker's name 'SPINK & SON 1916' appears in small letters in the exergue at the base. |
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| Reverse lettering | MAY 31, 1916 THE GERMAN FLEET ATTACKED OFF THE COAST OF JUTLAND AND DRIVEN BACK INTO PORT WITH HEAVY LOSS. ADMIRAL SIR JOHN JELLICOE COMMANDER IN CHIEF. VICE ADMIRAL SIR DAVID BEATTY COMMANDING BATTLE CRUISER FLEET. SPINK & SON 1916. |
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