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Gold Vault in George buys all war medals & we pawn Gold, Silver (broken or not) & Diamonds. We also buy almost all old coins (SA,mINTERNATIONAL & ALL TOKENS), gold sovereigns , proof coins and OLD SA bank notes.
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Here are a few interesting facts about war medals and what makes them special:
What is the most valuable war medal?
The Victoria Cross is the ‘holy grail’ for medal collectors because there are only 1,357 in existence. Bearing the inscription ‘For valour’ and known as a VC, this medal was first awarded for ‘conspicuous bravery’ in 1856 and later backdated to the Crimean war of 1854.
What are war medals for?
Campaign medals which were awarded for being in a certain campaign can be further sorted by era. Gallantry awards were awarded for an individual act of bravery. Coronation & Jubilee medals were issued to commemorate the coronation, or Jubilee of a British King or Queen. Efficiency and Long Service medals were awarded for recognising periods of continuous service with good conduct and for long service in the Armed Forces.
Has a woman ever won the Medal of Honor?
An American feminist, suffragist, suspected spy, prisoner of war and surgeon, Dr. Mary Edwards Walker remains the only women ever to receive the Medal of Honor, which she was awarded for her service during the Civil War. … The practice failed, ostensibly because the public would not accept a female doctor
Can I wear my fathers medals?
CAN I WEAR MY FAMILY MEDALS? … The rule is that war medals should only be worn on the left breast by the person upon whom they were conferred. Technically this honor remains with the individual and does not pass to a widow, parent or relative upon death.
What are war medals made of?
Most medals are made of gold, silver, bronze, or lead, the precious metals being used for the finer productions.
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