SA Union: Union Defence Forces Award
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Form:
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Circular.
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By:
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Vaughton, Birmingham. |
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Date:
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1926 |
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Ref:
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Laidlaw: 0275;
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Variations:
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| 38.2 mm | Silver | 31.6 gm | $40 |
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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Coat of arms of the Union of South Africa with antelope supporters, lion crest and motto: "EX UNITATE VIRES" on a ribbon below. Maker's name: VAUGHTON BIRM" below. Legend on a raised pebbled band above: "UNION DEFENCE FORCES" and below between stops: "NO. 3 MILITARY DISTRICT".
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Reverse:
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Within a laurel wreath tied at the bottom, space for engraving the recipient's details. This medal: "UMTATA / 1926 / BRICK / COMPETITION / O. KIRK". Below, stamped with the maker's mark: V&S" and Birmingham hallmarks for 1925-26.
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Notes:
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