Sutherland Highland Rifle Volunteers shooting medal - Robert Mackay 1892
Ornate and heavy silver medal (a) in the shape of a Maltese cross with foliage decoration between the arms and above. In the centre is a circular plaque with a geometric border, engraved B COY DORNOCH SHRV Presented by Mrs Taylor 1892. The reverse is engraved Won by C Sergt R Mackay 7 SHOTS AT 200 & 500 YDS SCORES 63.60.64.62.65.64.66.67.67.64. Stamped with the maker's mark H.B and hallmarks anchor, S, lion (Birmingham 1892/93).
The medal has a ring at the top which fits over a hook in the presentation box (b), which is covered in dark brown paper with a gold border stamped on the top. The base of the box is lined with purple velvet and the lid with pale turquoise silk.
Part of the Robert Mackay collection.
Dimensions: Height 73mm - Width 57mm