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Medal - HMAS Sydney (Military Medal) ND
| Billon (.333 silver) | 16.5 g | 35.2 mm |
| Location | Australia |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | Downies |
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Commemorative medals › Military medals |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 16.5 g |
| Diameter | 35.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#428364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Official Rising Sun Badge
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AUSTRALIA
AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH MILITARY FORCES
1914-1918
FIRST WORLD WAR
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The HMAS Sydney (Military Medal) commemorates the Australian light cruiser HMAS Sydney, which was notable for being involved in the first significant naval engagement of World War I, where it famously defeated the German cruiser SMS Emden in 1914. This victory was a pivotal moment for the Royal Australian Navy and is celebrated for boosting national pride during the war.
