DESCRIPTION

Antique 19th Century Victorian Solid Silver presentation soldier statues of the [43rd (Monmouthshire) Regiment of Foot](http://www.nam.ac.uk/research/famous-units/43rd-monmouthshire-regiment-foot-light-infantry). This Infantry regiment of the British Army, was raised as Thomas Fowke's Regiment of Foot in 1741 with its headquarters at Winchester, the two beautifully figures are realistically modelled to the last detail, one holding a trumpet with hand on his chest the other his sword in both hands, looking particularly sombre as if paying respect to fallen brothers in arms, standing on later ebonized bases. Hallmarked English silver (925 standard), London, year 1869 (o) and 1871 (q), Maker I H & R R (John Hunt & Robert Roskell, silversmiths to the Royal family).

CONDITION

In Excellent Condition - No damage.

SIZE

Height: 42cm

Width: 12 x 12cm

Both Weight: 2985g

REFERENCE NUMBER: A4387