New Zealand 1845-66, reverse dated 1863 to 1866 (101 M. Kelly, 2nd Bn. 18th Ryl. Irish Regt.) officially impressed naming, claw tightened/refitted, edge bruising, very fine £360-400

Mark Kelly was born in Armagh. A Weaver by occupation, he attested for the 18th Regiment at Armagh on 5 March 1858, aged 23 years. With them he served 6 years, 11 months in New Zealand and 6 months in Australia. Claiming his discharge after completing his second period of engagement, he was discharged at Dublin on 22 February 1879. The above was his only medallic award. With copied service papers and roll extract.