Guy's Hospital London,Sister's Long Service Medal

A Scarce 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 Patricia A Wardrop August 1965. 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 uncased .The medal is in a fair condition as pictured. Height of medal 83mm A heavy and impressive piece

Code: 53775