United Kingdom. An Ashantee Medal to Pte. Richardson, 42nd Highlanders certificate_of_authenticity folded once

folded once

2 mm (h) x 46

all on a background of an oak leaf wreath tied with a ribbon at the bottom

after the War he was discharged as a reserve Lieutenant in the Army

and textured green enamels

United Kingdom. An Ashantee Medal to Pte. Richardson, 42nd Highlanders certificate_of_authenticity folded onceInstituted 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).