Lot 5758
Sale 96 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Cigarette case, in silver with lady's carry chain (74mm x 85mm), hallmarked, inscribed on front 'Presented / By The Inhabitants of / Murton Colliery / to / Cpl. Wilfred S.James / 518 / Australian Forces / Who Gained the D.C.M. at the / Dardenelles / 1915', on the back, initials 'C.J.' / August 23rd 1917'. Very fine.
Cpl Wilfred Skelton James, 15th Inf Battn, Enl.17Nov1914, awarded DCM for conspicuous bravery during the operations near Gaba Tepe (Dardanelles) - LG 06Sep1915 CAG 30Dec1915, also MID LG 05Aug1915; WIA Dardanelles; RTA 14Mar1916.
- Estimate
- $600
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $1,200