NAM.1998-01-9-1

Photograph frame with illuminated vellum presentation document in one side and three-quarter-length photograph in other of Sgt J H Eastham, 1st Vol Bn Manchester Regiment, 1902 (c). Silver, by Mappin and Webb, hallmarked London 1902-1903. In two sections hinged together, front engraved with regimental crest and inscription; engraved on back cover with the Arms of the City of Wigan; hallmarked on front and back and on upper leading edges of both sides of frame; inside left hand side has illuminated vellum presentation document, signed by the Mayor of Wigan; right hand side has a formal, three-quarter length photograph of Sgt Eastham in khaki service dress, his hat on a column beside him. Associated with Boer War (1899-1902).

Boer War (1899-1902)