SA Union: Queen Wilhelmina / Koninginnefeest, Pretoria
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Form:
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Circular with attached ring for a link ring to an orange ribbon with a pin at the top.
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By:
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Date:
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1911 |
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Ref:
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Laidlaw: 0103;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 26.2 mm | Silvered Bronze | 6.3 gm | $40 |
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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Bust of the Queen, left. Legend: “WILHELMINA KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN”.
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Reverse:
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Across: “PRETORIA / 1911”. In an arc above: “KONINGINNEFEEST” (royal festival). Below, a laurel branch with ribbon tied in a bow on the left.
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Notes:
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The British King George V was crowned in 1911. This medal was probably worn by those more sympathetic to the Dutch monarchy.
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