Great Britain: Boer War Major General Baden-Powell Plaque
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Form:
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Circular Cast. Dark lacquer finish.
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By:
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Date:
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1900 |
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Ref:
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Laidlaw: 1263;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 20.2 cm | White Metal | 738 gm | $60 |
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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Uniformed bust of Baden-Powell in bush hat. Legend above: "MAJ GEN BADEN POWELL" and below: "MAFEKING 1900".
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Reverse:
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Casting inverse.
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Notes:
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Comes mounted with two screws onto a pine frame 24 cm x 24 cm.
Probably made after the siege had been lifted and Baden-Powell had been promoted.
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