Six medals have estimate of £50,000-70,000
The defence and relief of Mafeking (1899) in the Boer War has a particular resonance in British history, and three Victoria Crosses were awarded for valour during the action. As a result, medals from this action generate more than usual interest.
A group of six medals, including the VC awarded to Sergeant Horace Martineau of the Protectorate Reg…