The collection of Medals formed by the Late Clive Nowell

Royal Horse Artillery Rocket Troop, silver medal for Vittoria and Leipsic 1813 (Balmer R119), fitted with small loop and ring for suspension, very fine £200-250

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The collection of Medals formed by the Late Clive Nowell.

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In January 1813 a troop of the Royal Horse Artillery was armed with rockets and sent to assist the German allies. The 6 and 12 pounder Congreve rockets were first used at the battle of Leipsic with much success.