Len Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Can anyone please help to identify this medal. It appears to be African origin but I am not sure. On the back is the word " Establishment" with what appears to be a Police badge. Thanks you Regards Len Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 At a good guess I would think it is a police medal to celebrate the establishment of Kwazulu/Natal Homeland ? I think similar medals were awarded to other homelands on their establishment. Mervyn will probably provide more details? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mervyn Mitton Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Hi - Len. I agree with Nick that it is probably for the foundation of a new State or, Police Force. Personally, I think in 18 ct. that it was for the dignatories at the foundation of one of the Homelands. Many of them had similar Coats of Arms - although the shield does really belong to the Zulus. It is an Ishilungu - or, main battle shield. Will see if I can find out anything - and perhaps Brett will have an idea. Mervyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Boonzaier Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Hi, Is it a miniature? I guess 18ct gold is more likely for a mini than a full sized gong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Posted September 17, 2012 Author Share Posted September 17, 2012 Hi Guys Yes this is a miniature. Thanks for the feedback so far. Regards Len Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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