I am researching my families history and wondered if anyone here could throw any light on why a family member would have received this medal. It is dated 1814 and awarded to a 'Miss J Slater'. I understand looking through the records here it was a 'peace' medal. Would this have been given to her to recognise someone who fought in the Nepolonic wars?
And help would be lovely!
The head side has a helmeted lady facing right with a liver bird on the helmet. On the reverse is just oak and olive leaves around the edge. There is also the number 169 and Miss J Slater in the centre.
Many thanks in advance
Lisa
This very old post came up as I am currently researching the proprietors of Liverpool's Royal Instituition this includes Miss Joyce Slater and her family. I believe the medal was given in recognition of her being an original subscriber, also know as silver ticket holder requiring an investment of £100 at the time. The no on the reverse us their given shareholder no. I have more info I can share if the original poster is still interested and wants to get in touch.
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This very old post came up as I am currently researching the proprietors of Liverpool's Royal Instituition this includes Miss Joyce Slater and her family. I believe the medal was given in recognition of her being an original subscriber, also know as silver ticket holder requiring an investment of £100 at the time. The no on the reverse us their given shareholder no. I have more info I can share if the original poster is still interested and wants to get in touch.