NAM.1972-09-79-1

Commemorative medallion 1802 (c), proof only, bronze. Associated with Manchester and Salford Volunteers. Obverse: Bust of George III, facing right, and flanked by the letters, 'GR'. Surrounding this, in low relief, a chain of alternating large and small links. Within the large links are a right hand, palm uppermost, and a symbolic heart. Reverse: centrally, in relief, the words, 'A Testimony of Gratitude from his Fellow Townsmen for Spirited and Patriotic Services 1802'. Encircling the upper half, a semi-circular scroll. Below the inscription, a smaller scroll, below which in relief, the title, 'Manchester & Salford Volunteers'. The medallion is enclosed by a protective two-part metal shell.