Serpentine Swimming Club and Leander Medal pair

£175.00

later President of the world renowned Serpentine Swimming Club

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Description

Victorian Era swimming medals to Joseph Collard, Secretary and later President of the Serpentine Swimming Club. 

Joseph Collard was President of the Serpentine Swimming Club between 1893 and 1910. He was awarded these medals for his swimming skills and speed in 1869 and 1874. He was Secretary of the club when he won these medals.

The medals are as follows: The Leander Medal Won By Joseph Collard For Swift Swimming June 30th 1869 500 yds Handicap And the – Serpentine Swimming Club Won By Joseph Collard Aug 26TH 1874