A very rare Second War ‘Defence of Singapore Island’ M.M. awarded

A very rare Second War ‘Defence of Singapore Island’ M.M. awarded to Havildar Mohammed Sarwar, 6/1st Punjab Regiment, for gallantry in the action on Reformatory Road on Singapore Island, 11 February 1942, when by the end of the day practically the whole of his section had been killed or wounded and he himself received severe abdominal and other wounds; he survived captivity and upon repatriation in October 1945 was recommended for the unique award of the M.M. to his regiment in the Second War Military Medal, G.VI.R. (7479 Hvldr. Mohd Sarwar. Punjab. R.) mounted on original investiture pin, extremely fine £2,000-£3,000.

Estimate:£2,000

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