Lot 2926

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

Description

Pair to WIA: War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal 1939-45. WX11604 G. Merritt. Both medals impressed. Display mounted, some spotting and irregular toning, otherwise very fine.

Godfrey Merritt, truck driver, age 20, born at Balingup, WA; Enl.09Apr1941 at Claremont Camp, WA, with previous service in 10 Light Horse; served at Timor 08Dec1941 to 16Dec1942, New Guinea 16Jun1943 to 08Sep1944 (WIA 25Oct1943 but remained on duty), New Britain 09Apr1945 to 18Jan1946; Disch.28Mar1946 as a Corporal with 2/2 Aust Commando Sqn.

Estimate
$100
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$800

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