South African War National Commemorative 1899-1900, by F. Bowcher, manufactured by Spink, London, obverse: wounded soldier with standing right, rifle at the ready, ‘The National Commemorative Medal 1899-1900; reverse: Union flag enveloping a stalk of wheat, rose, thistle and shamrock, ‘The Queen God Bless Her, This Medal Commemorates the Magnificent Response of Britain’s Sons to the Empire’s Call to Arms! Transvaal War 1899-1900’, below, ‘Daily Mail Kipling Poem’ (Private Smith, 4th V.B.D.R.), 45mm., silver, swivel ring suspension, Ref: B.H.M. 3690, Eimer 1851a, minor edge bruising, good very fine £30-50

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Prize, Training Ship, Nursing & Other Medals from the James N. Spencer Collection.

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