British Royal Lifesaving Society Award of Merit Named W.J. Reynolds 1935 Sterling Sliver

This item is a British Royal Lifesaving Society Award of Merit, named to W.J. Reynolds and dated 1935. The medal is crafted in sterling silver and features the distinctive design elements of the period, including the Royal Lifesaving Society insignia on the obverse side and the recipient’s name and year engraved on the reverse. The Award of Merit was presented to individuals who demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication in lifesaving, reflecting a significant personal achievement within the organization. Issued during the interwar years, this piece offers historical insight into the recognition of lifesaving efforts in early 20th-century Britain. It measures approximately 33 mm in diameter and typically includes a suspension bar, though any ribbon or case is not included unless otherwise specified. This medal is of interest to collectors of British awards, lifesaving memorabilia, or military-related decorations from this era.