{"product_id":"china-medal-1900-miniature","title":"China Medal 1900 (Miniature)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChina Medal 1900 Miniature Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a faithful reproduction of the campaign medal awarded for service during the Boxer Rebellion and subsequent China Expedition of 1900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstituted in 1901, the medal recognised British and Imperial military personnel who served during one of the most significant international military operations of the late Victorian era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Boxer Rebellion saw anti-foreign forces besiege the international diplomatic community in Pekin (Beijing). British, Indian and Allied forces formed part of the multinational expedition that relieved the besieged legations and restored order in northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-quality miniature medal faithfully reproduces the original design and ribbon and is ideal for mess dress wear, collectors, family historians and display purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal was issued both plain and with authorised clasps recognising participation in key actions of the campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiniature China Medal 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommemorates service during the Boxer Rebellion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable plain or with authorised campaign clasps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect miniature ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for mess dress wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for collectors and historians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with miniature medal mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the China Medal 1900\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe China Medal 1900 was instituted in 1901 to recognise service during the Boxer Rebellion and the subsequent China Expedition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBritish Army, Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Indian Army personnel were amongst those eligible for the award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal remains one of the most sought-after Victorian campaign medals and commemorates a significant chapter in British military history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Clasp Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe miniature medal is available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWithout Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief of Pekin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaku Forts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefence of Legations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthorised clasps were awarded to recognise participation in specific actions and operations during the Boxer Rebellion campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedal Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eObverse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe obverse bears the veiled and crowned effigy of Queen Victoria with the inscription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReverse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse depicts military trophies and the Royal Arms beneath palm trees with the inscription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARMIS EXPOSCERE PACEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand the date:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHINA 1900\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRibbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ribbon consists of a crimson centre flanked by broad yellow stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinctive ribbon is worn on both full size and miniature versions of the medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a miniature medal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiniature medals are reduced-size versions of campaign medals traditionally worn with mess dress and formal evening attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWas the China Medal 1900 issued with clasps?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The medal was issued both plain and with authorised clasps recognising participation in key actions of the campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat clasps were awarded?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief of Pekin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaku Forts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefence of Legations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this suitable for miniature medal mounting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This miniature medal is fully compatible with professional miniature medal mounting services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the medal include a ribbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each miniature medal is supplied complete with the correct miniature ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Plain or with Authorised Campaign Clasps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe China Medal 1900 was issued both plain and with authorised clasps recognising participation in key operations of the Boxer Rebellion campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable options include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief of Pekin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaku Forts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefence of Legations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Empire Medals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58300173779325,"sku":null,"price":59.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7817\/files\/the1900chinamedalinminiature.webp?v=1781800620","url":"https:\/\/www.empiremedals.ca\/products\/china-medal-1900-miniature","provider":"Empire Medals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}