Bracelet and Medal [Mourning Bracelet]

Object detail

Accession number

2015.106

Production period

1910s

Description

Black fabric strap with small metal clasp at end. Medallion attached at base showing a man wielding a sword and riding on horseback over a skull and crossbones. On the other side of the medallion is the head of King George V. In the centre of the strap is pinned a badge in the form of a shield with the words "KIA ORA".

Marks

KIA / ORA Casting
1914 1918 Casting
GEORGIUS V BRITT OMN REX ET IND IMP Casting

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Textile
Processed Material/Metal

Collection

Medal Collection

Credit Line

1914-1918. Bracelet and Medal [Mourning Bracelet], 2015.106. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Award Decoration of Honor Medal Communication Artefacts Personal Symbols Achievement Symbols

Collection type

Military Road Transport Transport

Subject auto tags

Artifact Font Art Musical instrument Metal Fashion accessory Symbol Cross Jewellery Wood

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