Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria
One of the highlights of the Noonan’s October auction was the PDSA Dickin Medal for Gallantry, otherwise known as the VC for animals, and the RSPCA Red Collar for Valour awarded to War Dog Rob, for his gallantry and outstanding service during World War II. It was sold for a world record price of £140,000 (plus BP of 28.8%) at Noonans. It was sold by Basil Bayne, the son of Rob’s original owner, and also included an extensive archive including his collar, a portrait painting, photographs, certificate, manuscripts, books and letters. The entire proceeds will be given to the Taylor McNally Foundation.
Back with the humans then, and a Great War CMG group of nine awarded to Colonel J R. Dyas, Hampshire Regiment, later Royal…