A collection of 19th C Medals, one embroidered patch, and an antique watch paper marked Canadian Contingent South Africa with coordinates 22.16 North, 2128 Miles from Halifax.. One British Transport Medal (1899-1902) issued to masters and officers of merchant and hospital ships for transporting troops during the South African War. And three silver Royal Humane Society medals on blue and purple ribbons, one marked along rim Robert M Birks, 15th Jan 1874. The Royal Humane Society medals are prestigious life-saving decorations awarded to individuals who risk their own lives to save others. Mounted in decorative shadow box measuring 15 x 11 inches.