United Kingdom. An Anglo-Egyptian War Pair, Cooper's Crew, H.m.s. Minotaur GTRexclude circa 1950 issue

circa 1950 issue

laurel leaves on either side

diplomats and advisers with personal gifts when traditional awards (orders or medals) appeared less appropriate

reinforced backer is separating from the body of the badge

the push release having been lost to time but the brass tab remains intact and the case is able to open with a little extra care

United Kingdom. An Anglo-Egyptian War Pair, Cooper's Crew, H.m.s. Minotaur GTRexclude circa 1950 issueEgypt Medal 1882 1889, "1882" reverse (J. WILSON. COOPs CREW. H. M. S. "MINOTAUR."); and Khedive's Star, "1882" obverse. Naming is officially impressed in italic capitals on the EM, the KS is un named as issued. Un mounted, edge nicks, bruising and light contact on the EM, the KS with spotting and very light contact, replacement ribbons, better than very fine.