Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A Jamaica Militia Regimental Medal 1822.
An oval engraved medal with engraved edge, 49mm x 42mm, silver, unmarked, with scroll mount, obverse engraved with ‘Jamaica’ above regimental badge and motto, with ‘Militia’ below, reverse engraved with ‘Presented to James Thomas, of the 3rd Compy. as the Second best shot in the St. Cath’s. Regt. of the Militia. Aug. 1822. J. G. Jackson. Col.’, some scratches to naming with poor attempt at obliteration, but still legible, otherwise generally nearly very fine £140-£180

Owing to the uncertainty that exists with regard to the original provenance and manufacture of some early engraved Regimental and Volunteer Medals, this lot is sold as viewed.