dress medals, according to consignor attributed to, but also likely presentation of medals, awarded to James Edward Preston, R.M.L.I. who distinguished himself during Defence of Legation, Peking: Distinguished Conduct Medal Edward VII, swiveling suspension; Conspicuous Gallantry Medal, Victoria, swiveling suspension; China Medal 1900, clasp Defence of Legations; 1914-15 Star; British War and Victory Medals; Naval LS & GC Medal, George V, swiveling suspension. All period original strikings, medals generally very fine, showing wear, minor contact marks, ribbons and mounting recently done.