An 1896 Sea Gallantry Medal For Steamship Aidar Rescue certificate_of_authenticity in silver (marked 800 on

in silver (marked 800 on reverse)

Dewar rendered exceptionally meritorious service as Director General of Small Arms Ammunition

remained on duty rendering first aid till his unit was relived

Some were even decorated with artwork

stating that he was married and his trade was that of Surveyor's Assistant

An 1896 Sea Gallantry Medal For Steamship Aidar Rescue certificate_of_authenticity in silver (marked 800 onAn 1896 Sea Gallantry Medal for Steamship Aidar Rescue Victoria, edge engraved: ARTHUR B. CROSSE. WRECK OF THE AIDAR ON THE 19TH JANUARY 1896. Silver, 58mm, very fine. Footnote: Arthur B. Crosse, Second Mate, is confirmed for the Silver Medal for Gallantry and binocular glasses. For rescuing passengers and crew of the steamship Aidar of Liverpool, which foundered during a storm in the Mediterranean, Rescue effected with much difficulty and risk.