THE LAURIE OSBORNE ESTATE MEDAL COLLECTION
Monday, 25 May - Monday, 8 June 2026
An early 20thC NZ military set of leather field suspenders with 'Cust' embellishment,
Realised: $260 plus premium
Lot Details
'Cust' engraved brass plaque mounted to a Y type back strap. Cust is small town located in North Canterbury. Included with the lot are reference images relating to the 2nd North Canterbury Rifles, including an armorial and photographs of originals depicting members.
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Two NZ engraved WWII brass 'trench art' gongs,
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