1882 Egypt medal with two clasps: THE NILE 1884-85, ABU KLEA. Dated reverse variety. Silver, 36 mm. MY-131 (clasps x), BBM-87. Edge moun...
1882 Egypt medal with two clasps: THE NILE 1884-85, ABU KLEA. Dated reverse variety. Silver, 36 mm. MY-131 (clasps x), BBM-87. Edge mount with straight bar swivel suspension. Fine.
13286 . SAPr. T. CLARKE. 24th. Co. R.E. engraved on the edge. Dark gray with attractive subtle pastel toning. Many tiny marks, edge quite worn at unit name.
Sapper Thomas Clarke served with the 26 Company, Royal Engineers at Abu Klea, one of just 29 men from that unit present. When his medal was distributed, he was with 24 Company, as reflected on the edge engraving and the medal roll dated March 25, 1886.
Accompanied by a Khedive's Star. Offered with a modern ribbon.
Estimate: $500 - $1,000.
Provenance: From the Gem Collection.
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1882 Egypt medal with two clasps: THE NILE 1884-85, ABU KLEA. Dated reverse variety. Silver, 36 mm. MY-131 (clasps x), BBM-87. Edge mount with straight bar swivel suspension. Fine.
13286 . SAPr. T. CLARKE. 24th. Co. R.E. engraved on the edge. Dark gray with attractive subtle pastel toning. Many tiny marks, edge quite worn at unit name.
Sapper Thomas Clarke served with the 26 Company, Royal Engineers at Abu Klea, one of just 29 men from that unit present. When his medal was distributed, he was with 24 Company, as reflected on the edge engraving and the medal roll dated March 25, 1886.
Accompanied by a Khedive's Star. Offered with a modern ribbon.
Estimate: $500 - $1,000.
Provenance: From the Gem Collection.
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