British and World Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

[The Diamond Fields Advertiser], The Siege of Kimberley 1899-1900, Special Illustrated Number of the “Diamond Fields Advertiser,” Kimberley, first edition, ‘Cecil Rhodes’ in frontispiece, 164pp., with b./w. illustrations, a.e.g., full red morocco leather, front with gilt title and a picture of the cannon, “Long Cecil”, raised bands on spine, some wear to spine, contents excellent £400-500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Choice Collection of Medals and Other Items Relating to The Defence of Kimberley.

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The book presents an account of the siege, including minutiae, lists of casualties and rolls of military personnel present; together with numerous black and white photographs of individuals, groups, defensive positions and damage. A rare book and an excellent resource.