A Collection of Egypt and Sudan Medals 1882-89

Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, undated reverse, 1 clasp, The Nile 1884-85 (283. Boatn. E. Beeson. Ottawa Contgt.) light pitting, nearly very fine, scarce £1,200-£1,600

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of Egypt and Sudan Medals 1882-89.

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Approximately 392 Canadian boatmen received the medal for the Nile campaign, of which 169 served in the Ottawa.

Sold with two early plate photographs of the recipient.