Order of the League of Mercy Medal

A very nice Silver gilt and enamel medal topped by a hinged Prince of Wales feathers & coronet.The League of Mercy was set up by the Prince of Wales in 1898 and awarded medals between 1899 and 1946 to those people who had contributed to the support of the Voluntary Hospital movement.It was award in a Male and Female version of ribbon and this is the female version.
The medal consists of a red enamel Geneva cross with a central boss showing a women with two children within a golden laurel wreath,signifying charity.A hinged POW Feathers bears the suspension ring which attaches to the ribbon.The rear of the medal is marked League of Mercy1898.It carries hallmarks for 1932,makers mark V&S for Vaughton & Son.In excellent condition.A rare and attractive medal

Code: 50325