Independence Medal, 1947

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SKU: 02.IND.0127.101.01.000

  • Independence Medal, 1947
  • Independence Medal, 1947 Reverse

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Attributes

  • Country
    India
  • Composition
    Cupro-nickel
  • Inscription
    Obv: [URDU INSCRIPTION] Rev: [URDU INSCRIPTION]
  • Size
    37mm

History


The Independence Medal, 1947 (Tamgha-e-Istiqlal) was instituted by Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan V Abbasi. The Medal was awarded in commemoration of the attainment of Bahawalpur's Independence from Great Britain in 1947.

The obverse features a Persian or Urdu inscription which translates to "By the Grace of God Sadiq Mohammed Abbasi V Ruler of God Gifted Kingdom of Bahawalpur." The reverse translates to "Oh God Success is from the God and Victory is Near Oh Mohammed."

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