Sharpe's Tiger
Describe symbolism in Sharpe's Tiger by Bernard Cornwell
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The medallion becomes a symbol of betrayal. Tippoo awards Sharpe a large gold medallion for courage during a fight. Once Tippoo finds out that Sharpe is actually a British spy, he rips the medallion off Sharpe's neck.