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October Medals & Militaria Auction(#578) 27/10/2023 9:30 AM GMT+1 CLOSED!

Lot 344 of 390: A scarce Mahdist war era souvenir memorial handkerchief. Printed with the portrait of Major-General Sir Herbert Stewart within a laurel wreath. Maj-Gen Stewart was wounded at the Battle of Abu Kru while fighting the Mahdists in the Sudan, and subsequently died on February 16th 1885. The handkerchief is hemmed to all 4 edges. Approximately 54cm x 52.5cm. Condition: generally very good. A few small spots of foxing to the fabric, but otherwise clean condition. No rips or holes to the fabric.

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Lot closed - unsold
Estimate: £50 - £70

October Medals & Militaria Auction(#578)  27/10/2023 9:30 AM GMT+1  CLOSED!