Lot Archive

Lot

№ 232

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22 September 2000

Hammer Price:
£400

Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, 3 clasps, Suakin 1884, El-Teb, The Nile 1884-85 (2045 Pte. G. Saunders, 1/R. Suss. R.) light pitting from star, otherwise very fine £300-350

Served with the small Sussex contingent of the Mounted Infantry in the Sudan 1884-85, comprising just one officer and 38 other ranks which, together with small detachments from the Gordons, Black Watch, and King’s Royal Rifles, contributed to a total strength of approximately 130 men in the Mounted Infantry. Sold with confirmation and further details.