Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal

As the country celebrated 50 years of the Queen’s reign, it was vital to celebrate and honour those who also joined her in service. This is a replica of the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal. In 2002, it was given to over 400,000 people including active army personnel, emergency service workers and members of the Royal Household.  Unlike medals awarded for military service, like the Victoria Cross, the jubilee medals were given to commemorate the Queen’s reign. One side of this medal shows a portrait of her wearing the St. Edward’s crown and the other has the Royal Coat of Arms, with 1952, the date of her accession. The Royal Mint also manufactured bespoke medals that were given to schools and organisations who took part in the Golden Jubilee celebrations. 

Have you, or anyone you know, ever been given a medal of any kind and how did that make you feel?