United Kingdom. An Ashantee Medal to Pte. Richardson, 42nd Highlanders United Republic of A silver gilt Grand Cross

A silver gilt Grand Cross featuring a pink enamelled eight point star with smooth rays in each quadrant and a green enamelled wreath connecting each point

He is commemorated on page 171 of the Second World War Book of Remembrance and was awarded the CVSM with Overseas Clasp and War Medal 1939-1945 posthumously

worn on obverse

Police and Members of the Shanghai Volunteer Force for their work during the invasion of China by the Japanese between August 12 and November 12

With period pin/mounting

United Kingdom. An Ashantee Medal to Pte. Richardson, 42nd Highlanders United Republic of A silver gilt Grand CrossInstituted June 1, 1874. An Ashantee Medal, in silver, rim period engraved 1392 PTE W. RICHARDSON, 42ND. HIGHD. S 1873 4, worn on replacement ribbon with glue paper residue on the inner fold, light contact marks, edge bruise at 4 oclock, remains in very fine condition. Footnote: William Richardson served with the 42nd Royal Highlanders Regiment (The Black Watch).