WW1 Battle of Jutland commemorative medal by Spink & Son 1916
A good original First World War full sized silver plated base metal example of the 'Battle of Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal'; the obverse depicting an upright trident with crossed 'Union and White Ensign Flags' on the cross a shield inscribed '31 May 1916' to the surround the legend 'TO THE GLORIOUS MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FELL THAT DAY'; the reverse with inscription within an oak wreath "MAY 31, 1916 THE GERMAN FLEET ATTACKED OFF THE COAST OF JUTLAND AND DRIVEN BACK INTO PORT WITH HEAVY LOSS. ADMIRAL SIR JOHN JELLICOE COMMANDER IN CHIEF, VICE ADMIRAL SIR DAVID BEATTY COMMANDING BATTLE CRUISIER FLEET."
Good condition, minor edge knocks, surface wear.
Diameter 45mm.
Code: 63145