A rare 2nd Class Sultan’s Medal for Egypt 1801 in gold with original chain.
2nd Class Sultan’s Medal for Egypt 1801 in gold with original chain and hook, 48mm, 29.2 g.
Condition: Minor edge bruising at 3 and 9 o’clock positions, Good Very Fine.
This medal was awarded to British officers who had served during the campaign in Egypt, by Sultan Selim III of Turkey. The medal was made in four sizes according to the rank of the officer who received it.