United Kingdom. A South Africa & Egypt Medal Group To Pte. G. Holmes, Hms Himalaya, C. 1880 United Republic of First Class - Commander

First Class - Commander

" (Remarkable in One Man) below

that he was married and that his trade was that of Bank Manager

worn on an original ribbon with split wrap brooch and a horizontal pin with a lock catch

hallmarked on the inside of the shank with “825”

United Kingdom. A South Africa & Egypt Medal Group To Pte. G. Holmes, Hms Himalaya, C. 1880 United Republic of First Class - CommanderSouth Africa Medal, in silver, rim impressed HIMALAYA. G. H. HOLMES. PTE. R. M. H. M. S, ornate scroll suspension bar, measures 36. 15mm (w) x 44. 20mm (h inclusive of integral suspension post), weighs 34. 5 grams, worn on original ribbon sewn closed at top, obverse and reverse present wear from period polishing and light contact, dark patina on medal and suspension bar, better than fair. Egypt medal with SUAKIN 1884 clasp, in silver, rim impressed G.