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A Medal........

newbiecollectornewbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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......I think it is a medal.

I just won this. Grabbed it because I liked the look.

Can anyone tell me about it?

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I will try and get better photos when I recieve it.
Becoming informed but still trying to learn every day!
1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

International Coins
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Wayne
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  • newbiecollectornewbiecollector Posts: 2,992
    No help for me?
    Becoming informed but still trying to learn every day!
    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

    International Coins
    "A work in progress"


    Wayne
    eBay registered name:
    Hard_ Search (buyer/bidder, a small time seller)
    e-mail: wayne.whatley@gmail.com
  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,819 ✭✭✭
    Yes, it's a commemorative medal struck to honor the Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London. These chaps (and ladies!) are the so-called Beefeaters you see in old-fashioned red uniforms, sometimes carrying halberds. They are not only ceremonial guards, but also famous for their in-depth knowledge of the history of the Tower, which covers hundreds and hundreds of years and involves coinage, royalty, assassinations, executions, imprisonment, betrayal, the royal family's jewels, etc.

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