Zulu War 1879, Colony of Natal, Exempted from Native Law Medal

Posts : 3182 Join date : 2009-03-03 Location : Devon

I have come across this medal and does anyone have any further information on it?

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This medal was instituted by the Colony of Natal after the passing of Law 28 in 1865 whereby certain natives could be exempted from native law. Those awarded in 1879 largely rewarded natives who had remained loyal to Britain during the Zulu War.

Subject: Native Law Medal Wed Mar 31, 2010 1:17 am

hi 1879graves.
Very interesting , I haven"t heard of or seen one before , they may also be an interesting item ( along with the pen )
to be put up by an Auction House , I wouldnt think there would be many that have survived to this day. Mons14 or maybe
one of our Sth African Members may be able to shed more light on this award . Any information would be appreciated .
cheers 90th.

Posts : 3182 Join date : 2009-03-03 Location : Devon

Hi 90th

This Medal was sold at an Auction House on the 2nd September 2002 for £420.00

Idea

Subject: Native exemption medal Wed Mar 31, 2010 7:52 am

hi 1879graves.
I would bet it would go for a lot more Today. Idea

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cheers 90th.