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LOT 2429
Artefacts from the Moorosi Rebellion Basutoland South Africa
CIRCA APRIL-NOVEMBER 1879 A.D.
1 3/8 - 2 in. (128 grams total, 36-49 mm).
A collection of battlefield artefacts from the 1879 siege of Moorosi's Mountain in Basutoland (now Lesotho), South Africa, consisting of fifteen brass cartridge cases fired by Cape forces. [15, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old South African collection, 1990-2000.
Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
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LOT 2429
Artefacts from the Moorosi Rebellion Basutoland South Africa
Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
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Metal case with hinged lid and webbing strap on the reverse, with a lidded compartment on the inside of the lid. 415 grams, 16.7 cm
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Anglo-Zulu War Artefacts from the Battle of Isandlwana
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Comprising seven Boxer .450 brass cartridge bullet cases and two iron buckles from a soldier's uniform. 67 grams total, 16-55 mm
From an old South African collection, formed in the 1960s and 1970s. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
The British camp at the mountain of Isandlwana was attacked and overrun by the main Zulu army, resulting in the death of over 1300 British and colonial soldiers and other contingents. The battle was a huge victory for the Zulus. -
WWI Hat Badge Collection
1914-1918 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Comprising: Royal Tank Regiment cap badge; Motor Machine Gun cap badge. 22.7 grams total, 49-55 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an Essex militaria collector.
