Smiths Dock Company Ltd shipyard long service medal

A scarce original circa 1940's period 'Smith's Dock Company Ltd 25 years long service medal'; unmarked silver shield bearing 'Smith's Dock Company Flag', with white and blue enamel cross "S.D.Co.Ld." between the arms. Very good condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting and additional ring to attach to a watch chain, enamel intact.
Height 36mm.

Founded in 1810 trading under the name of 'William Smith & Co.' changing its name to 'Smith's Dock Company' in 1891. It built many ships that served during the Second World War, including trawlers that the Admiralty requisitioned and converted to armed trawlers of the Royal Naval Patrol Service.

Code: 59420