A Group of Methodist Medals

England, KETTERING, Sunday School Union, a circular 9ct gold fob medal decorated with a lyre surrounded by a laurel wreath in relief, rev. named (Kettering S. S. U. Eisteddfod 1928 B. E. Hatton), hallmarked Chester 1927, 25mm, 6.87g. Some minute marks on the edge, otherwise about extremely fine with a matte finish with loop and ring suspension; case fine £200-£240

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Group of Methodist Medals.

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The Eisteddfod was a local cultural event organised by the Sunday School Union in Kettering, Northamptonshire. It was held annually for over 100 years, however it ended in the year 2018. Both adults and children were welcome to participate, with competitions held at venues across the town centre. The events included disciplines of speech, drama, singing and instrumental music, even dance during the 1950s and 1960s.