Medal for the Defence of Kelat-I-Ghilzie

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SKU: 02.GBR.0178.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$9,500-11,500 USD

  • Silver Medal Obverse
  • Silver Medal Reverse

Estimated market value:

$9,500-11,500 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Great Britain
  • Makers
    Royal Mint, London
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: KELAT-I-GHILZIE Rev: INVICTA MDCCCXLII Rim: [RECIPIENT DETAILS]
  • Size
    36mm
  • Version Remarks
    The value given is for a medal of a European recipient. A medal for an Indian recipient would be valued at 6,250-8,000, and a medal for an unnamed recipient would be valued at 2,750-3,200.

History


The Medal for the Defence of Kelat-I-Ghilzie was established by General Order in 1842 following the successful defence of the fort at Kelat-I-Ghilzie from February to May 1842 during the First Afghan War. It was awarded to all Indian and British troops who served in the campaign.

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