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Efficiency Medal (EIIR) - Australia. 3101078 Sgt. F.D. Magee CMF. Engraved. Extremely fine.
Estimate $100
SOLD $90
Volunteer Long Service Medal (VRI). William Warner, Sergt. Geelong Art'y Western Bde V.G.A. Militia. Engraved. Very fine.
Estimate $150
SOLD $260
Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal (VRI). H. McKinley 2 Inf. Regt. Impressed. Good very fine.
Estimate $150
SOLD $180
Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal (EVIIR). 478 Pte S.Wade 4th A.I.R. 10.3.06. Engraved. Good very fine.
Estimate $150
SOLD $200
Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal (EVIIR). Staff Sgt. Maj.W.S. Reilly Instl.Staff N.S.W. 11.3.11. Engraved. Very fine.
Estimate $150
SOLD $190
Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal (GVR). Sqn.S.M.(WO1) R. Beausang 5.L.H.17.9.31. Engraved. Good very fine.
Estimate $150
SOLD $220
Air Efficiency Award (EIIR). Unnamed. Good very fine.
Estimate $60
SOLD $130
Fire Brigade Exemplary. Fire Service Medal (EIIR). Leonard A. Thomas. (Glebe N.S.W. Fire Station). In case of issue. Engraved. Good very fine.
Estimate $100
SOLD $120
Victoria Volunteer Long and Efficient Service Medal - type 2. WO S.W.Parker A.M.Corps. Impressed. Good very fine. $ Together with: VRA Affiliated Clubs shooting medal engraved 'won by Sergt. S.W. Parker C.B.F.R.C. 1901'; Soldiers Sailors Assoc. of Victoria 'father's' badge named S.W. Parker on reverse.
Estimate $750
SOLD $600
Commonwealth of Australia - Senior Cadets Brigade Competitions 1912-13. Cadet P.J.A. Sweeney 66th Batt'n. Engraved. Very fine.
Estimate $250
SOLD $300
Commonwealth of Australia - Senior Cadets District Competitions 1912-13. Cadet M.S. Robinson 59th Batt'n. Engraved. Very fine.
Estimate $250
SOLD $300
Royal Shipwreck and Humane Society of N.S.W., medal in silver, edge impressed 'Specimen'. Good very fine.
Estimate $100
SOLD $90
HMAS Sydney - Bartolomeo Colleoni Medal. B.F. Garrett Ord. Smn O.N. 23255. Engraved. Very fine. $ In case of issue, together with photograph of recipient in uniform; and coloured memorial scroll, the latter addressed to the Headmaster, Fairbridge Farm School Pinjarra W.A. which would suggest the recipient was an orphan.
Estimate $1,850
SOLD $0
Prisoner of War Cross. Two silver and one matt finish privately issued awards. Very fine.
Estimate $50
SOLD $80
Return fob, 9 carat gold on gilt watch chain 'presented to Cpl Victor H. Deacon 54th Battalion A.I.F. by the Residents of Yerrandarie'. Engraved. Very fine.
Estimate $100
SOLD $160
Victorian Naval Forces. Vellum Certificate of Service, unused. Slight rust stains, otherwise good very fine.
Estimate $50
SOLD $60
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