New Zealand 1845-66, reverse undated (Pr. C. P. Hulbert, Napier D.F.) locally engraved naming with half-hearted attempt to scratch out name, suspension claw re-fixed, otherwise nearly very fine £200-250

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Kuriheka Collection of British Medals.

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180 medals issued to the various Napier Volunteer and Militia forces, including 5 to the Napier Defence Force.

Charles Hulbert was enrolled at Melbourne, Australia, and served at Waerengaahika, during which action he helped rescue Sergeant Swords whilst under fire.