impressed “5096 SJT
with removable lining in the lid for picture access
when the sword was no longer regarded as an effective weapon of war and relegated to ceremonial occasions
the other four awards with original ribbons
in very good condition (white spots on surface are dirt
United Kingdom. A Commemorative Medal for the Warwick Castle Fire, 1871 visually-hidden impressed “5096 SJTIn silver, a beautiful carved medal featuring an elephant on shield with a lion atop, encircled by a wreath, reverse demonstrating Warwick Castle against the trees in delicate relief, unnamed, on a scroll suspension, measures 38. 2 mm (w) x 45 mm (h), weighs 29. 96 grams, minor contact marks to edges, lovely patina, near extremely fine. Footnote: In December 1871, a major fire broke out at Warwick Castle in Warwickshire, England, causing extensive