This lot comprises several British military and civilian awards. The primary military group is a First World War campaign duo awarded to a member of the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry. It includes a silver British War Medal (1914-1918) and a bronze Victory Medal (1914-1919). Both medals are officially impressed on the edge: 27203 PTE. C. SLEEMAN. D. OF CORN. L.I. Also present is an Imperial Service Medal, Queen Elizabeth II second issue (Dei Gratia), officially edge-impressed to CHARLES ERIC BEER. This medal is housed in its original maroon leatherette fitted case by the Royal Mint. The collection includes a circular Silver War Badge (SWB) featuring the George V cypher and the inscription FOR KING AND EMPIRE SERVICES RENDERED. This is pinned to a fragment of khaki wool serge alongside a square blue enamelled trade union badge for the National Union of Public Employees (NUPE). Completing the group are two silver-coloured medallions in blue card boxes: one featuring the Royal Army Service Corps crest and Garter motto, and another depicting a swimming or diving scene.
Condition report:
The collection exhibits general age-related patina and wear. The First World War medals have their ribbons transposed, and the ribbons show fraying and light soiling. There is surface oxidation and wear to the Silver War Badge and the two miscellaneous medallions. The Imperial Service Medal and its presentation case are in good condition.
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