Lot 3959
Sale 135 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal, (EVIIR). 2 - R.S.M. C.H.Riley. 5th A.L.H. 23/5/08. Engraved. Toned nearly extremely fine.
CAFLSM: CAG No.25 23/5/1908, p905 to 2 R.S.M. Charles Henry Riley 5th A.L.H.R. (Northern Rivers Lcrs.).
Charles Henry Riley served with Casino cavalry forces from late 1880s to 1903; served with the 5th Light Horse until 1911; to England with the first N.S.W. Cavalry team; rode in the Queen's Escort at opening of the Imperial Institute; competed in various military competitions; operated a wheelwright business in Casino; was proprietor of the Tatham Hotel; was an alderman of Casino Council in the early 1900s.
With research.
- Estimate
- $600
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $1,000