United Kingdom. An Anglo-Egyptian War Pair, Cooper's Crew, H.m.s. Minotaur GTRexclude laurel leaves on either side

laurel leaves on either side

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

Footnote: According to Sascha Weber’s 2008 “The Infantry Assault Badges”

reinforced backer is separating from the body of the badge

While in action at the Battle of the Somme

United Kingdom. An Anglo-Egyptian War Pair, Cooper's Crew, H.m.s. Minotaur GTRexclude laurel leaves on either sideEgypt 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.