Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., V.R., narrow suspension (John Matthews, Capt. Qr. Dk, H.M.S. Champion.) impressed naming, very fine £80-£100

John Matthews was born in Cardiff, Wales, in January 1856. He joined the Royal Navy as Boy 2nd Class in January 1873, and advanced to Petty Officer 1st Class in January 1884. His service included with H.M.S. Champion from October 1883 to June 1887 (awarded L.S. & G.C. in May 1884); he was shore pensioned in January 1894.

Sold with copied service papers.