Guy's Hospital

A Rare Long Service Medal for a serving Sister at Guy's Hospital London.Known affectionately as the Tea Pot Stand due to it's large size.It is based upon an original silver badge worn by Nursing Sisters at Guy's in the early 19th Century.This replica was awarded to Sisters in the 20th century after they had successfully served three years.
The large and heavy Pewter coloured disc depicts the forecourt of the hospital, below which is inscribed Nora E Weston July 1933 ( This appears to be Nora Edith Weston who qualified as a SCM in 1921 and trained as a SRN at Guys Hospital from 1923-26.By 1934 she was residing in Norwich ) Around the edge is Guy's Hospital Founded AD 1724 and Sister .The reverse side of the medal is plain except for the makers mark for Waterlow & Sons,Ltd London 1930.The medal is in its original silk and velvet lined case which is showing some wear to the silk in places and scuffing to the exterior.The medal is in a good condition as pictured. Height of medal 83mm A heavy and impressive piece

Code: 52382