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Medal - George III Victories

Location United Kingdom
Year 1812
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Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
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Obverse description Uniformed bust of the Duke of Wellington in right profile, wearing a military coat with epaulettes and braided decoration. The legend LORD WELLINGTON curves around the field in raised relief, flanking the effigy on both sides. A suspension loop is visible at the top.
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Reverse description A central trophy of captured arms comprising a crested helmet inscribed NAPO[LEON], a shield, crossed spears and a sword, surmounted by a spread eagle atop a laurel wreath ring. The trophy is flanked by olive branches and encircled by the names of four Peninsular War victories in raised legend around the field. A suspension loop is visible at the top.
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