Pin reverse numbered 57162
Above the medal is the monogram of the reigning King
suspended from a pierced block hinge and fixed squared oval loop suspension from its ribbon featuring an oak leaf pin (with evidence of previous collector’s mounting)
took part in Bomber Wing Mission against Rzeszow
Buckles by RODO with this much original field-grey paint remaining are rare
United Kingdom. A First War Pair To H. Crosby, Royal Navy Hold Pin reverse numbered 57162A small bar, with ribbons sewn directly to a metal plate with two screwposts on the reverse, measures 75 mm (w) x 110 mm (h), comprising: A British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim impressed S. S. 5942 H. CROSBY. A. B. R. N., wear to relief on obverse, nice toning, very fine. A Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed S. S. 5942 H. CROSBY. A. B. R. N., light gilt wear, several small edge knocks, remains very fine. Footnote: The SS