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British Delhi Durbar Medal (1903) Ribbon – New Old Stock
An unused New Old Stock (NOS) medal ribbon representing the British Delhi Durbar Medal of 1903, a royal commemorative decoration associated with the reign of King Edward VII as Emperor of India.
Historical Background
The Delhi Durbar of 1903 was an elaborate imperial celebration held in Delhi, British India, to commemorate the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra.
Organized under the direction of Viceroy Lord Curzon, the event brought together Indian princes, British officials, military personnel, and representatives from across the British Indian Empire.
Although Edward VII did not personally attend, the celebrations included grand military reviews, ceremonial processions, and official gatherings that demonstrated the political and ceremonial traditions of the British Raj.
Why It Was Awarded
The Delhi Durbar Medal was awarded to selected military personnel, government officials, Indian rulers, and other individuals associated with the coronation celebrations.
The decoration commemorated the imperial ceremonies rather than participation in a military campaign.
Item Details
Country: British India / United Kingdom
Decoration: Delhi Durbar Medal
Year: 1903
Monarch: King Edward VII
Type: Royal commemorative medal
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
Item offered: Medal ribbon only
SKU: BRI88
An attractive addition to a collection of British colonial decorations, Indian princely state memorabilia, or historical Commonwealth medal ribbons.
Ribbon will come in 6” lengths when ordered.
British Delhi Durbar Medal (1903) Ribbon – New Old Stock
An unused New Old Stock (NOS) medal ribbon representing the British Delhi Durbar Medal of 1903, a royal commemorative decoration associated with the reign of King Edward VII as Emperor of India.
Historical Background
The Delhi Durbar of 1903 was an elaborate imperial celebration held in Delhi, British India, to commemorate the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra.
Organized under the direction of Viceroy Lord Curzon, the event brought together Indian princes, British officials, military personnel, and representatives from across the British Indian Empire.
Although Edward VII did not personally attend, the celebrations included grand military reviews, ceremonial processions, and official gatherings that demonstrated the political and ceremonial traditions of the British Raj.
Why It Was Awarded
The Delhi Durbar Medal was awarded to selected military personnel, government officials, Indian rulers, and other individuals associated with the coronation celebrations.
The decoration commemorated the imperial ceremonies rather than participation in a military campaign.
Item Details
Country: British India / United Kingdom
Decoration: Delhi Durbar Medal
Year: 1903
Monarch: King Edward VII
Type: Royal commemorative medal
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
Item offered: Medal ribbon only
SKU: BRI88
An attractive addition to a collection of British colonial decorations, Indian princely state memorabilia, or historical Commonwealth medal ribbons.
Ribbon will come in 6” lengths when ordered.
