Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (779 Sergt. H. Sheddon, 1-23rd Foot) some edge bruising, very fine £80-100

Henry Sheddon was born in the Parish of Ashford, Bakewell, Derbyshire. A Marble Mason by occupation, he attested for the 61st Regiment at Liverpool on 5 December 1857, aged 20 years. Serving in India, he was transferred to the 23rd Regiment in March 1859. As a Lance-Sergeant he was discharged in November 1878 at the termination of his second period of limited engagement. Awarded the Long Service Medal by A.O. 38 of July 1878. With copied service papers and roll extract.