Lot Archive

Lot

№ 442

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13 December 2007

Hammer Price:
£600

China 1900, 2 clasps, Taku Forts, Relief of Pekin (J. G. Lockley, A.B., H.M.S. Alacrity) minor edge bruise, very fine £500-560

H.M.S. Alacrity was a Despatch Vessel of 1,700 tons, built by Palmer and launched in February 1885. A total of 42 officers and other ranks of the ship were entitled to the China Medal with the two clasps. Clasps confirmed.