British India: Army Rifle Association, India, 1921. Large prize medal. Bronze (C66 impressed on rim)

A massive & most impressive 'Best Shot' Medal

Metal: Bronze

Dimension: Approximately 55mm

Weight: Approximately 83g

Maker: Pinches of London

The Army Rifles Association, India, conducted and promoted a rifle shooting throughout British India, with a number of annual national and regional competitions that were open to 'All Ranks & Races', both individuals and teams drawn from amongst the Indian Army, the British Army in India and the volunteers from the Auxiliary Force India (A.F.I.) & Indian Territorial Force (I.T.F.)

The Army Rifle Association, India, established in 1921 had its origins in the North Indian Rifle Association (1863-1886) that had been instituted in 1863, and which in 1886 had been restyled the Bengal Presidency Rifle Association (1886-1921)

Important: Only the 'massive' Army Rifle Association Medal is offered in this sale - the image showing the 2 x medals, is for comparison / reference only

Condition: GVF

Code: 20623