SA Union: Union Defence Force Award / Union Coat of Arms
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Form:
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Circular with attached loop
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By:
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South African Mint |
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Date:
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1920-1945 approximately |
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Ref:
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Laidlaw: 0802b;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 28.5 mm | Silver | 11.1 gm | $20 |
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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The coat of arms of the Union of South Africa with motto:: “EX UNITATE VIRES” on a ribbon below. Legend above: “U.V.M. – U.D.F.”.
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Reverse:
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Two scrolls in an arc, one above and the other below with ornaments between. Space in the middle for engraving the name of the recipient. Stamped with the SA Mint hallmarks for sterling silver at the bottom.
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Notes:
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