United Kingdom. A George V Military Cross with Recipient

George V. In silver, unnamed, measuring 33.8 mm (w) x 48 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, dark patina, contact marks present on the reverse, original ribbon with pinback, better than very fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, maroon thatched-look exterior, King's crown in gold-coloured ink on the lid, inside lid in white satin and exhibiting the impression of the award, lightly soiled medal bed in white felt and recessed for the medal and slotted for the pinback, measuring 71 mm (w) x 124.5 mm (h) x 22.5 mm (d), case also better than very fine. Accompanied by a black and white photograph with a gloss finish of the recipient in his dress uniform, wearing the Military Cross on his left breast, enclosed with a metal frame with easel back, measuring 61.5 mm (w) x 170 mm (h). 

Footnote: The Military Cross (MC) is the third-level (second-level pre-1993) military decoration awarded to officers and (since 1993) other ranks of the British Armed Forces, and formerly awarded to officers of other Commonwealth countries. The MC is granted in recognition of "an act or acts of exemplary gallantry during active operations against the enemy on land" to all members of the British Armed Forces of any rank. In 1979, the Queen approved a proposal that a number of awards, including the Military Cross, could be recommended posthumously.