It was awarded in five Classes
Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross – S&L 935-4 - (cross by maker Steinhauer & Lück
Accompanied by his CEF For Service at the Front Badge (bronze and enamels
We didn't know whether we were over land
three of four prongs intact)
United Kingdom. An m1827 Sword by Reeves, Presented to Private Henry Sims, 1863 Province of China It was awarded in fiveFrom an old collection, an m1827 pattern infantry sword, blade well etched with traditional iconography as well as "PRESENTED BY LIET COL. EARL FITZ WILLAIM and the OFFICERS of the 1st W. Y. Y. C. TO Private Henry Sims, as being the best swordsman in (A) Troop, Donester 1863", while etching is clear and well preserved, hilt as well as scabbard are pitted, original leather washer is retained, fine.