'The Kings Medal 1919-1920
Object
Medal
Production date
1920
Object number
2000.2
Physical Description
Gold coloured medal on ribbon with gold clasp and bar. Medal face reads 'The King's Medal' around a profile portrait of the King. The reverse reads 'awarded by the London county council for attendance conduct and industry during the year' on a scroll device surrounded by a wreath surrounded by a crown.
The 'Kings Medal' was awarded to schoolchildren who were considered most deserving of recognition for conduct, industry and attendance throughout the educational year. 1919-1920 was the final academic year medals were awarded.
The 'Kings Medal' was awarded to schoolchildren who were considered most deserving of recognition for conduct, industry and attendance throughout the educational year. 1919-1920 was the final academic year medals were awarded.
Material
Metal
Ribbon
Dimension
Height (Box): 46mm
Width (Box): 87mm
Width (Medal): 32mm
Height (Medal): 73mm
Width (Box): 87mm
Width (Medal): 32mm
Height (Medal): 73mm
On display?
No
Inscription
Medal face:'The King's Medal'
Medal reverse: 'awarded by the London county council for attendance conduct and industry during the year'
Medal edge: words 'S.Herring'.
gold bar: '1919-20'
Gold clasp: 'L.C.C.'
Medal reverse: 'awarded by the London county council for attendance conduct and industry during the year'
Medal edge: words 'S.Herring'.
gold bar: '1919-20'
Gold clasp: 'L.C.C.'