Jubilee Medal 1887. Bronze issue with Metropolitan Police reverse and clasp '1897' (PC, A. King. D. Divn.)

It is estimated that 14,000 x 1887 Jubilee Medals with the 'Metropolitan Police' reverse legend were issued to 'All Ranks' of the Metropolitan Police, including 'Pensioners' of the Metropolitan Police, who served on public duties during the Golden Jubilee ceremonies of 1887

Alfred John King, was a native of Lambeth, Surrey, England. Alfred joined the Metropolitan Police at Great Scotland Yard, on, 11 September 1882. In total Alfred served 25 years and 5 days service with the Metropolitan Police, comprising 24 years with 'D' Division, and 1 year with 'P' Division. He remained a Constable the whole of service, and took his final discharge from the force on, 15 September 1907. At the time of taking his discharge his intended future place of residence was stated to be, 83 Earl Street, Edgware Road, London, where he was to live with his wife, Emily King

The medal retaining most of the original gilt finish, as originally issued

Condition: About GVF

Code: 22985