Lot 5625
Sale 61 · Important Australian & World Coins, Banknotes & Military Medals, The W.J.Noble Collection of British Tickets, Passes & Tokens
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Group of Four: Military Cross (GVR); British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal; Coronation Medal 1937. Captain W.J.Rose A.I.F. First and last medals unnamed, second and third medals impressed. Mounted for display. Very fine.
MC: CG.24Sept1918. 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was in charge of artillery roads and mule tracks, supervising their repair and construction, and encouraging the men under shell fire and attacks by aeroplane. His ingenuity in the employment of whatever material came handy, and his determination to complete the work, enabled the roads to be kept open for traffic at all hours.'
- Estimate
- $2,500
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $1,700