British East India Company, 39th Madras Native Infantry Officer’s Shoulder Belt Plate c.1840-50
A most rare example, the burnished gilt rectangular back plate with silver mounts, Roman numerals ‘XXXIX’ between battle honours on ornate silver scrolls ‘SEETABULDEE’ and ‘NAGPORE’, crown above, reverse centrally stamped with maker’s mark ‘G & Co.’, usual hook and stud fasteners, excellent condition £1,600-£2,000

George McIlroy Collection c.1985.