1882 Egypt medal with one clasp: THE NILE 1884-85. Undated reverse variety. Silver, 36 mm. MY-131 (clasp ix), BBM-87. Edge mount with straight bar swivel suspension. Choice About Uncirculated. 2498. Pte. H.A. LONG. 7th HUSSARS. engraved on the edge. A piece of extraordinary quality, deeply reflective and beautifully toned pale blue with hints of violet and gold. Undamaged and apparently unpolished, one of the most exceptionally preserved specimens weve seen.<p>A small detachment from the 7th Hussars were part of a camel-mounted force that served in the Nile campaign: just 47 enlisted men, along with five officers. Private Longs medal is in near perfect condition because he never wore it. The medal roll reflects that he died on February 8, 1883, almost two years before Abu Klea.<p>Offered with a modern ribbon.<p> From the Gem Collection.
