South Africa 1834-53 (J. Williamson, 1st Bn. Rifle Bde.) edge bruising and contact marks, otherwise very fine £200-250

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Kuriheka Collection of British Medals.

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765 medals to this regiment, comprising 170 for the 2nd Kaffir War 1846-47, 434 for the 3rd Kaffir War 1850-53, and 161 to those who fought in both the 2nd and 3rd Kaffir Wars.

Private John Williamson served during the 3rd Kaffir War.