Ordnance Medallion

[halkyard]

The attached pic is of a presentation medallion. It is about 3.5 inches across and bears the Arms of the Board of Ordnance on the face, and the words "Presented by the Master General of the Ordnance"on the reverse. I have inquired at several UK museums (RAOC/RLC, RE, HM Tower of London, Royal Mint, etc) and the Association of RAOC/RLC Conductors. No one has been able to tell me the age and purpose.

The Arms were authorized in 1825 and the BoO was disbanded in 1855 so this should fix the age. However the appointment of MGO was continued as a courtesy title. The article "smells" more recent than 1855.

Can anyone provide information?

[halkyard]

I guess I'm a little impatient but I hoped that someone would be able to cast some light on this Board of Ordnance medallion.

Since there has been no input (I appreciate it is only two days since my post)I must conclude that the article is either 1.So old and rare that it has been lost to the collective wisdom of this august forum (not to mention five prestigous military museums in Uk, or 2. that it is so trivial as to be not worthy of any historical documentation.

[tynesideirish]

Hi, I've only just seen this, I cannot help but I know of as near an expert on Ordnance / RAOC as there's ever likely to be and I've passed on the info. I hope he finds time to look and is able to help you out.
Regards Mike