Lot 4561

Sale 132 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Gallipoli Star 1914-15, with pin-back suspender; Australian Prisoner of War Medal. Both unnamed. Two single, unofficial medals, extremely fine - uncirculated.

The Gallipoli Star was proposed for issue to Australian and New Zealand troops in 1917 but never officially issued. In 1990 a total of 1,000 were issued unofficially based on the original design and a further 1,000 at a later date.

Estimate
$120
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$180

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