Lot 4478

Sale NZ1 · The Unique & Unparalleled Collection of New Zealand Historical Medals & Memorabilia (Part 1)

Description

Papakaio, handcrafted in gold (15ct, 8.8g, 32x26mm), by W & Co., ring top suspension, reverse inscribed 'The Great War/1914-1918/A Token of Honour To/No.24/614/Rflm.Thos.Whyte/From/Papakaio Residents/On His Return From Active/Service/1915-17'. Rifle tip broken off at top, otherwise very fine.

24/614 Rflm Thomas Henry James Whyte, B Company, NZRB, 2nd Battalion, embarked from New Zealand 9 October 1915.

Estimate
$500
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$440

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