Description
UK Second Anglo-Afghan War Military Medal 1878-1880 with Case – Engraved
A striking piece of British military history, this original Afghanistan Medal was awarded for service during the Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878–1880). Featuring the crowned bust of Queen Victoria on the obverse and a dramatic scene of British troops and elephants on the reverse, this example remains in very good condition and retains its original crimson and green ribbon.
This particular medal is officially impressed on the rim to:
611. Dr. D. James. D/Abt. R.H.A.
(611 Driver D. James, D Battery, Royal Horse Artillery)
It comes housed in its original red velvet and silk-lined presentation box, bearing a faded but still visible royal arms stamp inside the lid.
Features:
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Campaign: Second Anglo-Afghan War, 1878–1880
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Obverse: Crowned bust of Queen Victoria, inscription “VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX”
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Reverse: Troops with elephant and artillery, inscription “AFGHANISTAN 1878-79-80”
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Rim Inscription: 611. DR. D. JAMES. D/ABt. R.H.A.
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Ribbon: Original crimson and green
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Case: Original velvet-lined medal case (shows external wear, clasp functional)
Condition:
Medal is in very good antique condition with age-appropriate patina. Ribbon shows some fraying at top edge. Case exterior is heavily worn but structurally intact, as seen in photos.
