Egypt Medal 1882-1889 Suakin 1885 Named Silver Pte Donovan Rare Clasp
Key Information:
• Country: Great Britain
• Medal: Egypt Medal (1882–1889)
• Clasp: Suakin 1885
• Campaign: Egypt / Sudan campaign
• Material: Silver
• Diameter: approx. 36.15 mm
• Naming: 5762 PTE M. DONOVAN, I / COLU (as engraved)
• Ribbon: Replacement ribbon
Medal Design:
Obverse:
Portrait of Queen Victoria
Inscription: VICTORIA REGINA ET IMPERATRIX
Reverse:
Sphinx with inscription: EGYPT
Condition:
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
• Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age
• Attractive original toning and patina
• Naming clear and well preserved
• Clasp securely attached
• Ribbon likely replaced
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Egypt Medal was awarded to British forces serving in Egypt and Sudan between 1882 and 1889, during campaigns against the Mahdist uprising.
The “Suakin 1885” clasp is among the more desirable campaign bars, awarded for operations around the strategic Red Sea port of Suakin.
Named examples such as this provide direct historical connection to an individual soldier and offer strong research potential.
Medals with this clasp are increasingly difficult to find on the market, particularly in named condition.
Summary:
An original and named Great Britain Egypt Medal with the sought-after “Suakin 1885” clasp.
A highly collectible Victorian campaign medal with strong historical appeal and research potential.