United Kingdom. An Ashantee Medal to Pte. Richardson, 42nd Highlanders Auction repair evident in the white

repair evident in the white enamels

with deterioration visible to the reverse liner

judging by his signature that looks rather scrawly

with a pebbled exterior

United Kingdom. An Ashantee Medal to Pte. Richardson, 42nd Highlanders Auction repair evident in the whiteInstituted June 1, 1874. An Ashantee Medal, in silver, rim period engraved 1392 PTE W. RICHARDSON, 42ND. HIGHD. S 1873 4, worn on replacement ribbon with glue paper residue on the inner fold, light contact marks, edge bruise at 4 oclock, remains in very fine condition. Footnote: William Richardson served with the 42nd Royal Highlanders Regiment (The Black Watch).