1935/6 Ireland v England medal awarded to R.Birkett
26 Sep 2012 11:00 BST Chester
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1935/6 Ireland v England medal awarded to R.Birkett
A circular medal, to the obverse with 'THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION' and shield design, the reverse with initials F.A. and 'INTERNATIONAL' overlayered, the rim engraved 'E v I 1935-36 R.J.E.BIRKETT'. Hallmarked, Vaughton and Sons, 14ct gold, ring suspension.
Diam. approx. 31mm.
Sold for £2,250 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • This medal was awarded to R.Birkett for his appearance in the home nations game for England at Windsor Park Belfast on the 19th of October 1935, the game ending Ireland 1 England 3.

Category: Collectibles / Sports Memorabilia

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