Date
Instituted: 1905.
Description: The obverse of this medal bears the head of King Edward
VII while the reverse depicts the fortified city of Lhasa on top
of a hill with the words 'TIBET 1903-04' below. The suspender is
of the swivelling ornate scroll type.
Metal: Silver or bronze.
Size: 36mm.
Clasps: 'GYANTSE'.
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Naming: Impressed
capital letters or engraved.
Comments: Most issues of this medal went to Indian troops who along
with British personnel were awarded this medal in silver. Camp followers
received the medal in bronze. |
