plaque, Death plaque

Historical information

Also referred to as: Dead Man's penny, as this item was given to the family of, or Next of Kin, of the deceased, WW1.
The plaque was given with a scroll of service.

Physical description

Round bronze plaque with Britannia and lion depicted on front,

Inscriptions & markings

He died for freedom and honour.
James Honeyman

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