April 11-13, 2023 Firearms and Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/13/2023
The Indian Mutiny Medal was instituted on August 18, 1858 for award to British and Indian troops who served in operations against the mutineers and who were engaged in final operations leading to the surrender of Lucknow and the clearing of the surrounding areas. The lot consists of (A) Indian Mutiny Medal impressed in Roman capitals "ARTHUR OWEN 1ST MADRAS FUSILIERS". Original issue, as service numbers are not impressed on the original issue. Records indicate this medal was awarded to Private, later Corporal Arthur A. Owen, Madras Fusiliers. According to included records, Owen was authorized to wear the Delhi and Lucknow clasps, however this medal displays Lucknow and Relief of Lucknow clasps. CONDITION: Light wear. Very good overall. (B) Indian Mutiny Medal impressed in Roman capitals to recipient "CORPL JACOB WHATER, 1ST BN 23RD R.W. FUSRS". Original issue without service number. This would indicate Corporal Jacob Whater, 1st Battalion, Royal Welch Fusiliers, however he is not immediately found in the records. The medal displays the Relief of Lucknow and Lucknow clasps. CONDITION: Very good overall. (C) Indian Mutiny Medal impressed in Roman capitals "JOHN SULLIVAN, 3RD MADRS EURPN REGT". Original issue, without service number. Records indicate this medal was awarded to Private, John J. Sullivan, 3rd Madras (European) Regiment. According to included records, Owen was authorized to wear the Central India Clasp, which this medal displays. Sullivan spent a lot of time in the British Army and was assigned to duty stations all over the world. A decent file regarding his service is included. CONDITION: A tag is attached to the back of the ribbon with Robinson's name. Very good overall.