Pair: Sergeant Instructor Simpson Henderson, 42nd Highlanders

Ashantee 1873-74, no clasp (1320 Serjt. S. Henderson, 42nd Highds. 1873-4); Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (1320 Sergt. Instr. S. Henderdson. Rl. Highrs:) this with small official correction, edge bruising and contact marks, otherwise nearly very fine or better (2) £280-£340

Simpson Henderson was born in Edinburgh, and attested for the 42nd Foot at the city in October 1864, aged 19, a paper maker by trade. He advanced to Colour Sergeant in August 1874. Henderson was discharged on 9 June 1886, having served 21 years and 241 days with the Colours.

Sold with copied discharge papers.