Mervyn Mitton Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 This is an interesting memento of the Boer War. The coin - a Kruger 1/- has the date 1898. The hallmark on the 1/2 watch chain is for 1907. My feeling is that he was in the Br. Army and picked up the coin. Perhaps in 1907 - or, later - it was mounted as an 'Albert' or, decorative suspender. Watch chains could be 'full' or, 'half' - if full, then the other end had a choice - it could be a sovereign holder; a snuff box - or, a vesta case for matches. Perhaps members can add their comments... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Monkey God Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Talking of 1907, I picked this up earlier today, paid less than ?100 for it so I think I`ve had a bargain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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