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Lot No.781
AUC26
Medals, Badges, Decorations
Auction Date: 21-01-2017
Copper
Claude Martin Copper Medal, 10.01g. Obv: Bust of martin to facing left. Rev: Persian legend, machine struck, plain edge, Puddester 796.4.
Very Fine, Rare.
Lord Cornwallis had specially requested the service of lord martin for the war between the East India Company and Tipu Sultan, As a reward for his services to the company, he was awarded the rank of major general and this medal is believed to be struck by the Nawab of Awadh for the Nawab's services in Lucknow.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 8,000-10,000
Sold For :
Rs. 8,000
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