Victorian Volunteer Force Long Service Medal Silver 1894 Type
Key Information:
• Country: Great Britain
• Medal: Volunteer Long Service Medal
• Period: Queen Victoria (circa 1894–1901)
• Material: Silver
• Diameter: approx. 36.34 mm
• Naming: Unnamed (no visible edge inscription)
Medal Design:
Obverse:
Portrait of Queen Victoria
Inscription: VICTORIA REGINA
Reverse:
Inscription: FOR LONG SERVICE IN THE VOLUNTEER FORCE
Wreath design surrounding central text
Condition:
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
• Light surface wear and scratches consistent with age
• Attractive toning and patina
• No naming present on edge
• Ribbon likely replaced
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Volunteer Long Service Medal was awarded to members of the British Volunteer Force in recognition of long and efficient service.
Instituted during the Victorian period, it reflects the importance of part-time military service in supporting the British Army.
While unnamed examples are more common, they remain collectible as part of British long service medal groups.
Summary:
An original Great Britain Volunteer Long Service Medal from the Victorian era.
A solid example of a British long service decoration, ideal for collectors of Victorian or military medals.