WW1 Spink & Son Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal.

A very nice clean example of the white-metal alloy medal produced by Spinks of London in 1916 and sold to raise funds for naval orphanages. 45mm dia..
The obverse depicts an upright trident with crossed Union and White Ensign Flags plus a small shield inscribed "31 May 1916". Around the edge is the legend "TO THE GLORIOUS MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FELL THAT DAY". The reverse has an inscription within an oak wreath reading "MAY 31, 1916. The German Fleet attacked off the coast of Jutland and driven back into port with heavy loss. Admiral Sir John Jellicoe Commander in Chief, Vice Admiral Sir David Beatty, Commanding Battle Cruiser Fleet."
The medal is in excellent condition and retains most of its original shiny surface on the obverse whilst the reverse has darkened

Code: 52964