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Group of Four. Order of the British Empire (CBE). Commander's second type civil neck badge in Garrards case of issue. Jubilee Medal 1935; Coronation Medal 1937; Coronation Medal 1953. Unnamed. Very fine. $ With Bestowal Certificate to William James Beckett MLC; Lodge Admission Certificate dated 17 September 1897; and a set of miniatures. Beckett, Hon. William James, C.B.E. 1953, former unofficial Leader Vic. Leg. Council; M.L.C. Vic., 1914-52: son of S. Beckett, Co. Down, Irel.; b. June 10, 1870, Prahran, Vic.; ed. St. Sch. and private sch.; Cr. City Fitzroy for 18 yrs.; twice Mayor of Fitzroy; Cabinet Minister 3 Govts., portfolios including Public Health and Forests; Pres. for 30 yrs. Vic. Trotting and Racing Assn.; Chrmn. for 30 yrs. Ascot Race Club; Chrmn. M.R.C. 1949-50; Life Memb. V.R.C. and M.R.C., Trustee for 20 yrs. V.A.T.C. (Caulfield); m. Feb. 22, 1893, Alice M. Street, 1 s. 1d.; recreations, racing, travel, billiards; club, Parliamentary; address, Aloa, Shakespeare Grove, St. Kilda, Vic. died 1963.
Estimate $450
SOLD $320
Group of Nine. Distinguished Service Order (GVIR) 1946; Military Cross (GVIR) 1942; 1939-45 Star; Africa Star; Pacific Star; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45 (M.I.D.) Efficiency Decoration. SX9634 M.R. Jeanes: third to eighth awards impressed, others engraved. Mounted for wear. Very fine. $ A superb fighting multi-gallantry group to an infantry battalion commander, for service in the Middle East and the South West Pacific Area. Together with a warrant for D.S.O. (signed by HM King George VI and the Prime Minister, Mr B. Chifley), M.I.D. certificate; photographs of recipient; official citation from The Governor-General; Rats of Tobruk Medal and letter of entitlement from the 'Rats of Tobruk' Association; Front Line Fighters Medal; and set of miniatures. D.S.O.: L.G. 2 November 1946.'Lieutenant-Colonel Jeanes, a member of 2nd/43rd Australian Infantry Battalion since its formation, took command of the battalion at RAVENSHOE on 31st March 1945. Although handicapped by inexperienced company commanders and the absence of Officers of field rank he commanded his battalion outstandingly in the BORNEO campaigns. Lieutenant-Colonel Jeanes frequently visited forward company areas at critical moments and directed operations fearlessly under fire with high efficiency. MC: L.G. 24 September 1942.'Captain M.R. Jeanes was the commander of a highly successful raid on enemy position South of EL ALEMEIN on the night 7/8 July 42 which resulted in the complete destruction of four enemy A Tk guns, one 75 or 105mm guns, six tractors, one A Tk gun destroyed by the enemy, three damaged British Tanks with haulage gear attached, the recapture of one British Bren carrier, and the capture of nine prisoners of war, one Machine Gun, one Machine Pistol, besides inflicting some 40 casualties. Daring personal recce's and careful organisation by Captain Jeanes prior to the raid, contributed to its success, and the inspiration of his gallantry in the attack, which he led, and spurred on, was most marked. His coolness and leadership set a very high example to those under his command. M.I.D: L.G.30 June 1942-'For distinguished services in the field'.
Estimate $18,000
SOLD $14,000
Group of Four. Order of the British Empire (MBE) - first type member's civil breast badge (1919); Jubilee Medal 1935; Volunteer Officer's Decoration (VRI); Order of St Olaf (Norway) Knight's breast badge. Bvt.Maj. G.E. Harrap Launceston Art'y. Third award only named, engraved. Very fine. $ Jubilee medal confirmed 'for services to shipping'. Together with set of miniatures; biography of Lieut Col. George Edward Harrap MBE VD; photo of medals; copy of letter from C.E.W. Bean, regarding his war services and extract from Regt'l history.
Estimate $2,800
SOLD $0
Group of Eight. Order of the British Empire (MBE) second type member's military breast badge (1946); 1914 Star; British War Medal; Victory Medal; General Service Medal 1918 - one bar - Iraq; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; British Red Cross Society Balkan War Medal 1912-13 - one bar - Turkey. Pte/Lieut B.H. Buckmaster Aus.Vol.Hosp/RAPC. MBE unnamed, last medal engraved others impressed. Court mounted for display. Very fine. $ MBE: L.G.13 June 1946. Major Bernard Henry Flint Buckmaster RAPC. Together with photo of group; copy of relevant London Gazette; BRCC correspondence confirming Red Cross award; details of recipient's military career, copy of article on history of the A.V.H; and correspondence from the A.W.M.
Estimate $3,250
SOLD $3,100
Group of Eight. Order of the British Empire (MBE) - second type - member's military breast badge (1946); 1939-45 Star; Africa Star; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal; Coronation Medal 1953; War Medal 1940-41 (Greece). NX34756 N.H. Rose. Court mounted for display. Last two medals unnamed others impressed. Good very fine. $ MBE: L.G. 21 February 1946 - 'in recognition of gallant and distinguished services as a prisoner of war.' Captain Norman Henry Rose. Born Dubbo NSW 12 November 1912. Educated Fort Street Boys' High School and Sydney University. Graduated MB. BS. 1935. Entered A.I.F. as a Captain AAMC 17 June 1940. Taken P.O.W. Greece 20 May 1941 discharged 31 December 1945. Later, Medical Superintendent Sydney Hospital. Died in New York 30 August 1967. Together with: set of miniatures (except Greek medal) mounted for wear; photograph of medals; detailed obituary; Australian Army Research; extract from official military history and copy of order of memorial service St. James's church, King Street Sydney 14 September 1967.
Estimate $2,000
SOLD $0
Group of Four: Military Cross (GVR) with bar for second award; 1914-15 Star; British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal (M.I.D.). 1183 Bdr F.W.Faulkner 2/F.A.Bde A.I.F. on star, Captain F.W.Faulkner A.I.F. on last two medals. MC unnamed, trio impressed. Star and Victory medal have been gilded, otherwise very fine. $ Francis Webb Faulkner (enlisted as Frank Faulkner) born Rockhampton, Queensland. Enl. 22August 1914 Albert Park, Vic. RTA. 29 January 1919. MC: C.G.20 Dececember 1917. 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During four days shelling he performed invaluable service in extinguishing no less than fifteen fires which had broken out in his own and three adjacent batteries. The services which he rendered were certainly the means of saving the ammunition, and perhaps the guns, of four batteries. He also assisted in removing wounded to a place of safety during hostile shelling, and, as on previous occasions, displayed gallantry of a very high order'. *Bar: C.G.3 June 1919. 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty near Feuillaucourt on 3rd September 1918, when the battery position was suddenly shelled and seven men wounded. Though himself suffering from gas, he carried wounded from gas-filled dug-outs and assisted to carry them to the dressing station, one and a half miles away, through heavy barrage. He set a fine example of cool courage to the men of his battery'. M.I.D. C.G.4 October 1917. With research.
Estimate $5,000
SOLD $0
Group of Four. Military Cross (GVR); 1914-15 Star; British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal (M.I.D.). 5907 Dvr/Capt. E.S. Medlyn A.I.F. MC engraved 'Captain E.L. Medlyn A.I.F.' others impressed. Very fine. $ MC: L.G.15 May 1917. M.I.D. 2 January 1917 and 15 May 1917. Together with photo of group; congratulatory letter; biographical details; and extensive Australian archives research with copies of documents relating to his military career.
Estimate $2,250
SOLD $0
Trio. Military Cross (GVR); British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. Capt. J.S. Yule A.I.F. MC engraved, medals impressed. Very fine. $ MC: L.G. 20 December 1917: 'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty whilst under heavy shell fire. Although gassed early in the operation he remained continuously on duty for two days, during which time 450 cases passed through his hands. He has shown great gallantry on numerous previous occasions.' Together with photographs of recipient, photo of medals; details from 'the All Australia Memorial' biographical details; extensive Australia Archives research regarding his military career. Died 24 October 1946.
Estimate $1,500
SOLD $1,500
Group of Six. Distinguished Flying Cross (GVIR); 1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal. 421275 R.W. Hofstetter. Court mounted for wear. Stars engraved, medals impressed. Very fine. $ DFC: L.G. 17 November 1944.'Flying Officer Hofstetter has completed numerous operations against the enemy, in the course of which he has invariably displayed the utmost fortitude, courage and devotion to duty.' Together with photo of medals; some research and copy of investiture acceptance letter.
Estimate $2,000
SOLD $0
Group of Eight:-Distinguished Flying Cross (1945); 1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal; Normandy Medal-one bar 'Normandy'; Bomber Command Medal; P. W. Tatham. Fourth, fifth and sixth medals impressed, seventh medal numbered '6130' on rim, others unnamed. Last two medals mounted separately and others mounted for wear.
Estimate $3,000
SOLD $0
Group of Nine. Air Force Cross (GVIR) 1944; 1939-45 Star; Air Crew Europe Star - with rosette; Africa Star; Pacific Star; Italy Star; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal. 400267 M.G.Baker. Mounted for wear. Impressed. Very fine. $ AFC: L.G. 1 January 1944. Together with three log books (which confirm award of 'Atlantic' bar); photo of medals; biography; and folder containing photographs and news clippings relating to his RAAF service and post war career as a T.A.A. pilot. Mervyn Garth Baker died 27 Janaury 1982.
Estimate $3,250
SOLD $4,900
Pair. Distinguished Conduct Medal (EVIIR); Queen's South Africa Medal 1899 - five bars - Cape Colony; Driefontein; Johannesburg; Diamond Hill; Belfast. Serjt.Maj. H.Arnold 1st Aust. Horse. Impressed. Very fine. $ DCM: L.G. 27 October 1901. Squadron Sergeant Major Herbert Arnold was the first NSW recipient to receive the DCM and the only recipient of this award in the Australian Horse. Together with photo of medals; copy of medal return and research.
Estimate $5,000
SOLD $7,000
Group of Four. Distinguished Conduct Medal (GVR); 1914-15 Star; British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. 3255 WO2 A.J. Beaton 14Bn. A.I.F. Impressed. Very fine. $ DCM: L.G. 11 March 1920. 'For gallantry on the 18th September, 1918, in the attack on the Hindenburg outposts near Ascension Wood. He delivered rations up to the company after the first part of the attack had taken place. On hearing that the attack was to continue he led the bombing attack on an enemy trench that was holding out.' Together with extensive Australian archives research with copies of documents relating to his military career; and letter to his mother regarding his award.
Estimate $2,750
SOLD $0
Group of ten. Distinguished Service Medal (GVR), 1914-15 Star, British War Medal, 1914-18, Victory Medal, 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star, British War Medal 1939-45, Australia Service Medal, Long Service and Good Conduct Medal (GVR), (H.M.A.S. Platypus) Messina Earthquake Medal (H.M.S. Lancaster), Chief Engine Room Artificer, A.W.C. Maggs, R.N./R.A.N. The fifth and sixth medals unnamed, the last engraved, others impressed. Very fine. $ D.S.M.: L.G. 2 Nov.1917: 'For services in submarines in enemy waters.' Albert William Courtney Maggs was born in Bexley, Kent, on 6 March 1888. Entering the Royal Navy as a Boy Artificer on 19 January 1903 from the Upper Nautical School, Royal Hospital Schools, Greenwich, he was posted to sea as an Engine Room Artificer, 5th class, in 1906. Whilst serving in H.M.S. Lancaster in 1908, he was present during the international relief programme following the earthquake in Messina and was awarded the Messina Earthquake Medal. In early 1914 he transferred to the fledgling submarine service in which he was to serve throughout the war. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal ' for services in submarines in enemy waters' in 1917. On the completion of the First World War the now Chief Engine Room Artificer was loaned to the Royal Australian navy for service in H.M.A.S. J2, one of six 'J' class submarines acquired by Australia. In May 1922 he was awarded the Long Service and Good Conduct Medal and a Certificate as a Second Class Engineer by the New South Wales Department of Navigation. When the submarines were finally decommissioned, he was posted to H.M.A.S. Sydney (of Emden fame). Service in H.M.A.S. Brisbane followed until he reverted to the Royal Navy in 1924, where he served for a further three and a half years until he transferred to the Royal Australian Navy on 6 March 1926, again for services in submarines. The third generation of Australian submarines, H.M.A. Ships Oxley and Otway sailed for Australia in February 1928. Whilst serving in H.M.A.S. Oxley C.E.R.A. Maggs earned a Letter of Commendation from the Australian Commonwealth Naval Board for repairs to heavy damage to the engine room caused by heavy seas in the Bay of Biscay whilst on passage. Leaving the Royal Australian Navy on expiration of his engagement in 1930, he worked in various engineering positions in New South Wales. Re-entering the Royal Australian Navy on 19 July 1940 he served at sea in H.M.A.S. Goulburn which operated from Singapore until shortly before the city fell to the Japanese in early 1942. Other postings following until finally on 15 September 1944, a naval career spanning over four decades came to an end when C.E.R.A. Maggs retired from the Royal Australian Navy as physically unfit for naval service. His connection with the navy did not end, however, as he rejoined H.M.A. Naval Dockyard Garden Island, New South Wales, finally retiring on 22 March 1948.
Estimate $2,500
SOLD $0
Group of Four. Military Medal (GVR) with bar for second award; 1914-15 Star; British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. 117 Sjt. T. Hyde 1 FAB A.I.F. Mounted for wear. Impressed. Very fine. $ MM: C.G. 14 February 1918. MM*: C.G. 2 May 1918. D.O.W.7 November 1917. Together with memorial plaque to Thomas Hyde; photo of medals; biographical details; copy of unit memorial roll; C.W.G. details and AWM Roll of Honour N.O.K. form.
Estimate $3,250
SOLD $0
Group of Four. Military Medal (GVR); 1914-15 Star; British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. 2704 Sjt. J.H. Hodge 2 Aust. M.G.C./21 Bn. A.I.F. Impressed. Very fine. $ MM: C.G. 10 October 1919.
Estimate $1,000
SOLD $600
Trio. Military Medal (GVR); British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. 6357 Sjt. H.R. Scott 14 Bn. A.I.F. Third medal engraved. Others impressed. Very fine. $ MM: C.G. 12 February 1919. Together with extensive Australian Archives research including copies of army records.
Estimate $600
SOLD $500
Group of Three: Military Medal (GVR); British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. 20740 Gnr.T.H.Burrett Aust F.A. on first medal, and 3 D.A.C. A.I.F. on last two. Impressed. Very fine. $ Gnr T.H.Burrett - mentioned in the book 'With the 27th Battery in France'. Together with returned fob in 9ct gold and enamel, inscribed 'Pres'd to/ No.2074 / Gunner H.Burrett /27th Battery /from Residents /Ruby Vale'.
Estimate $750
SOLD $640
Trio. Military Medal (GVR); British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. 2526 Cpl. T.S. Moore 41 Bn. A.I.F. Impressed. Very fine. $ MM: CG.12 December 1918. Mounted on board with colour patch.
Estimate $900
SOLD $600
Group of Six. Distinguished Flying Medal (GVIR); 1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; Defence Medal; British War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal. AUS42915 Sgt./42915 A.W.M. Cassidy. Court mounted for display. First medal engraved. Others impressed. Very fine. $ DFM: L.G:16February 1945: 'Flight Sergeant Cassidy has proved himself to be a skilful and resourceful navigator. He has participated in a number of operations against important and heavily defended targets. On one occasion in October, 1944, his aircraft was detailed for a mission against Bonn. Extensive damage was sustained while over the target area from anti-aircraft fire. The bomb aimer was severely wounded and a number of vitally important navigational instruments were rendered unserviceable. The bomb aimer was urgently in need of medical attention. In spite of many difficulties, Flight Sergeant Cassidy devised a means of navigating his aircraft to an emergency airfield in this country. Although adverse weather was encountered this courageous and determined airman displayed faultless navigation. He devotion to duty at all times has been worthy of high praise.' Together with photo of medals; medal entitlement certificate; RAAF officer's certificate of service named to Pilot Officer Albert William Morgan Cassidy; official copy of award citation; invitation to investiture by Governor-General; Air Board letter on cessation of service; newspaper cutting reporting his death; and navigational manuals.
Estimate $2,500
SOLD $0
Group of Four. King's Police Medal for Distinguished Service (GVIR); Jubilee Medal 1935; Coronation Medal 1937; Coronation Medal 1953. J.F. Scott Supt.N.S.W.P.F. All in cases of issue. First medal only named engagraved. Good very fine. $ Together with bestowal certificates for Jubilee and Coronation medals, two covering letters and copy of appointment of James Frederick Scott as Commissioner of Police, New South Wales; with effect from 18 February 1948. $ Extract from Who's Who in Australia 1950: Scott, James Frederick, Commssr of Police N.S.W. since 1948; b. July 4, 1890, Bathurst, N.S.W.; ed. Orange Model Sch.; address. Police H.Q. Cnr. Hunter and Phillip Sts., Syd.
Estimate $1,200
SOLD $1,500
Family Group. Pair. New Zealand War Medal - undated, Pte W.G. Cunningham 12th Regt. of Infantry; Khedives Star 1884-6. Gnr W.G. Cunningham NSW Arty; Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal (GVR). No.7 Pioneer Sgt. W. Cunningham 11th Light Horse. Three medals engraved, first renamed. Generally very fine. $ Together with 6th L.H. collar badge and identity disc to R.F. Cunningham 103 How.Bty.A.I.F.
Estimate $400
SOLD $290
Pair. Egypt Medal - undated - one bar Suakin 1885. Khedive's Star 1884-6. Driver J. Hibbert NSW Arty. First only named engraved. Toned, extremely fine. $ With some research.
Estimate $950
SOLD $1,000
Family Group. Father.- Group of four. Egypt Medal - undated - one bar Suakin 1885; Khedive's Star 1884-6; Cape of Good Hope General Service Medal 1880 - one bar - Basutoland; Mayor of Sydney's Return Medal. Pte/Gnr.M.Cunniff NSW Inf/C.F.Arty. Mounted incorrectly for display. Star unnamed, others engraved. Son. Pair. British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. Corp. W.S. Cunniffe 7th S.A.I. Impressed. One group, one pair. Very fine. $ With copy of NSW Military Oath of Engagement and some research.
Estimate $1,200
SOLD $1,400
Group of Five. Queen's South Africa Medal 1899 - five bars - Cape Colony; Orange Free State; Johannesburg; Diamond Hill; Belmont; King's South Africa Medal - two bars - South Africa 1901; South Africa 1902; 1914-15 Star; British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. Pte/Capt. J.H. Shearer. Sth Australian M.R./S.Aust.I.B./11 L.H.Regt A.I.F. Court mounted for display. Impressed. Very fine. $ M.I.D: L.G.29 July 1902, as Lieutenant, S.Aust. Contingent. Together with photo of group; copies of QSA medal returns; detailed service biography; extracts from 'Murray's' copy of London Gazette; copy of portrait from newspaper circa 1900; studio photograph in LHR uniform and copies of documents relating to his world war service.
Estimate $6,000
SOLD $0
Trio. Queen's South Africa Medal 1899 - five bars - Cape Colony; Driefontein; Johannesburg; Diamond Hill; Wittebergen; King's South Africa Medal - two bars - South Africa 1901; South Africa 1902; Natal Medal 1906 - one bar 1906. Pte A.E. Ferrie NSWMR/ACH/Natal Rangers. Impressed. Very fine. $ Together with photo of medals; research; copies of attestation papers; copies of medal returns and medal roll and copy of photo of recipient in uniform.
Estimate $3,800
SOLD $3,800
Family Group. Pair. Queen's South Africa Medal 1899 - six bars - Cape Colony; Tugela Heights; Orange Free State; Relief of Ladysmith; Transvaal; Laing's Nek. King's South Africa Medal - two bars - South Africa 1901; South Africa 1902. Captain T. Thompson DSO, Thorneyscroft's M.I. Son. Pair. British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal. 2000 W.H. Thompson 46 Bn. A.I.F. Two pairs. Impressed. Very fine. $ Capt.T. Thompson. M.I.D. 'For conspicuous gallantry in an attack on Wessel's commando in September, in charging a donga from which the enemy was firing heavily.' Together with extract from 'The Colonials in South Africa 1899-1902'. 'Lieutenant Thomas Thompson was the son of Thomas Thompson, of Hillside, Pakenham, Victoria, Australia. He was educated at a private school in Victoria, Australia, and served a year with the Victorian Rangers, two years with the Victorian Mounted Rifles, and twenty months with Thorneycroft's Mounted Infantry. He served in the South African War of 1899-1902; was mentioned in Dispatches; received the King's Medal with two clasps, and was created a Companion of the Distinguished Service Order {London Gazette, 19 April, 1902}: 'Thomas Thompson, Lieut., Thorneycroft's Mounted Infantry. In recognition of services during the operations in South Africa.' The Insignia was sent to the Commander in-Chief in South Africa, and presented by Colonel Ternan at Spitzkop 8 Jan. 1902. Mr Thompson's favourite recreations were cricket and racing.'
Estimate $600
SOLD $4,400
Pair. Queen's South Africa Medal 1899 - four bars - Cape Colony; Rhodesia; Orange Free State; Transvaal; King's South Africa Medal - two bars - South Africa 1901; South Africa 1902. Trpr/Pte H.C. Powter Queensland M.R./Qnslnd I.B. Impressed. Very fine. $ Together with photo of recipient; photo of medals; copies of medal returns; copy of medical exam results; and research.
Estimate $2,750
SOLD $3,100
Pair. China Medal 1900 - no bar - RANR Long Service and Good Conduct Medal (GVR). J. Good A.B. NSW Naval Contingt. Court mounted for display. Impressed. Extremely fine.
Estimate $2,300
SOLD $2,300
Group of Four. 1914-15 Star; British War Medal 1914-18; Victory Medal; Long Service and Good Conduct Medal (GVR). 23686/5225 P.O. Thomas James Howard, RN/RAN. Mounted for wear. Impressed. Toned very fine.
Estimate $150
SOLD $160