Canada, CEF. A Medal Pairing to Private Edward James Barton, 58th Canadian Infantry, Killed in Action at the Battle of Ancre Heights (Somme) Auction surrounded by a white enameled

surrounded by a white enameled ring inscribed “Fortitudini” (Fortitude) in gilt

Shot one down in sea

constructed of gilded bronze and white enamels

the seal bearing the coat-of-arms of Queen Victoria surmounted by the Royal crown

He entered the French theatre on December 5

Canada, CEF. A Medal Pairing to Private Edward James Barton, 58th Canadian Infantry, Killed in Action at the Battle of Ancre Heights (Somme) Auction surrounded by a white enameledA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 211173 PTE. E. J. BARTON 58 CAN. INF., original ribbon, darkening patina around edges of obverse and reverse, very fine condition. A Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 211173 PTE. E. J. BARTON. 58 CAN. INF, replacement ribbon, very fine. An 98th Lincoln Welland cap badge in browning copper, two lugs on reverse. Measuring 41mm (w) x 40mm (h). Footnote: Private Edward James Barton