Lot 2869

Sale 134 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Pair: British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal 1914-19. 2285 Cpl. E.L.Watson. 60 Bn. A.I.F. Both medals impressed. Display mounted, first medal toned, extremely fine.

Eric Leslie Watson, butcher, age 22, born at Kew, Vic; Enl.29Jul1916 at Melbourne, Vic; Emb.01Aug1916; to France 11Nov1916; TOS 60Bn 08Mar1917; to L/Cpl 06Jun1917; to Cpl 07Oct1917; placed on supernumerary list 28Feb1918 and attended various training courses until 07Aug1918; trf to 59Bn 08Oct1918; granted leave to train in butchering 30Jan1919; TOS AIF HQs London 30May1919; RTA 23Sep1919; Disch.21Dec1919.
With part copy of Service File.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$130

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