Indian Mutiny 1857-59, no clasp (Chas Taylor. 43rd Lt. Infy.) suspension claw crudely re-affixed with an excess of solder, light contact marks, good fine £140-£180

Charles Taylor, a shoemaker from Little Wilbarahm, Cambridge, was born around 1836. He attested into the 43rd Light Infantry on 1 February 1853 and served for 9 years and 11 months in India, including during the Mutiny, and in New Zealand for 2 years and 7 months. Appointed Corporal, he was discharged with Good Conduct, and in possession of four Good Conduct badges, after 18 years and 107 days’ service. His New Zealand medal was sold in these rooms in December 2014 (lot 612).

Sold together with copied discharge papers.