RARE BOOK & COLLECTORS’ SALE 12th -13th December 2023

83 Fonsie Mealy’s Est. 1934 634. Fourth Battalion East Mayo Brigade Republican: Medals, [1916-1921], [O’Kelly (Joseph)] A cased 1916 ‘Seachtain na Casca 1916,’ the bronze sunburst design with central design in relief of the fallen Cuchulainn, inscribed on reverse, green and orange suspension ribbon and Celtic design bar, in original box; together with ‘Comrach’ - Cogadh na Saoirse Medal, the bronze Medal with black and amber ribbon (active service) in original box. (2) Provenance: Joe Kelly (O’Kelly) Ballaghaderren, Adjutant of 4th Battalion €3000 - €4000 635. Co. Mayo: Medal - War of Independence: A 1919 - 21 Comhrach Medal in original Presentation Box, awarded to a member of the 4th Battalion East Mayo Brigade (O’Kelly (Joseph’s brother) the obverse with soldier surrounded by Coat of Arms, ‘Cogadh na Saoirse, with ‘Comradh’ bar and black and tan ribbon, with card and original box. (1) Provenance: By direct family descent. €700 - €900