Original WWI British War Medal to Capt. W. Yonge, R.A.F.
Key Information:
• Country: Great Britain
• Medal: British War Medal 1914–1918
• Recipient: CAPT. W. YONGE, R.A.F. (officially impressed naming on rim)
• Service Branch: Royal Air Force
• Material: Silver
• Suspension: Original, swivelling type
• Ribbon: Original WWI ribbon, worn but intact
Medal Design:
Obverse features the left-facing effigy of King George V with the legend GEORGIVS V BRITT: OMN: REX ET IND: IMP.
Reverse depicts St. George on horseback trampling the eagle shield and skull, with dates 1914 and 1918.
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Condition:
Original medal in good collectible condition.
• Light surface wear consistent with age
• Clear and legible naming on the rim
• Original ribbon shows wear, staining, and age-related fading
• No repairs or modern alterations observed
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The British War Medal was awarded to members of the British and Imperial forces who served during World War I.
Medals named to Royal Air Force officers are particularly desirable, as the RAF was formed in 1918, making such awards historically significant to early military aviation history.
Summary:
An authentic and historically important World War I British War Medal named to Captain W. Yonge, Royal Air Force. A solid example with clear naming and original ribbon, ideal for collectors of WWI medals, RAF history, or named British decorations.
Please refer to the pictures