2603 - Anglo-Zulu War Artefacts from the Battle of Khambula. Circa 29th March 1879 A.D. A collection of fourteen Boxer .450 brass cartridge bullet cases, used in Martini-Henry rifles during the battle between British forces and the main Zulu army. 106 grams total, 17-48 mm (5/8 - 1 7/8 in.). [15, No Reserve]

Anglo-Zulu War Artefacts from the Battle of Khambula. Circa 29th March 1879 A.D. A collection of fourteen Boxer .450 brass cartridge bullet cases, used in Martini-Henry rifles during the battle between British forces and the main Zulu army. 106 grams total, 17-48 mm (5/8 - 1 7/8 in.). [15, No Reserve] Found by local Zulu People living at Khambula, South Africa, 1990s-early 2000s. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985. The battle resulted in a heavy defeat for the Zulus, who had been full of confidence from their earlier victories against the British at Isandlwana and Hlobane. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.