Lot 237

Sale 135 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

H.M.A.S. Sydney, voided souvenir badge in gilt and enamel (29x29mm), together with Souvenir card of issue. The card damaged, the badge with gilt toned, otherwise good very fine.

Together with some research on HMAS Sydney and a plastic covered packet that reads, 'H.M.A.S. Sydney. Last Souvenir to be had of this Old Ship. H.M.A.S. Sydney Lost at sea 19th Nov 1941 with all crew of 42 Officers and 603 Ratings. Nothing was ever found of her crew, except a single empty life raft.'

Estimate
$60
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$40

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