THE LAURIE OSBORNE ESTATE MEDAL COLLECTION
Monday, 25 May - Monday, 8 June 2026
Two NZ engraved WWII brass 'trench art' gongs,
Realised: $140 plus premium
Lot Details
the largest centred with a NZ Field Artillery 'quo fas et gloria' armorial, engraved 'Best wishes to Howard and Flora, from Reg, Egypt 1940', the other with crown over fern leaf 'NZ Onward' cartouche, engraved' Xmas greetings, from Don to Joy, 1943', Egyptian decoration. Includes gong striker. Largest Dia. 265mm.
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