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Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., V.R., narrow suspension, engraved naming (Hy. Harding. Chf Bos Mte. H.M.S. Northumberland.) good very fine £140-£180

Henry Harding was born in Sidmouth, Devon, on 8 November 1837. He enlisted into the Royal Navy in January 1856 and was first posted to H.M.S. Majestic. He later served in numerous ships including H.M.S. Cambridge, Liverpool, Topaze and Jason. In April 1870 he transferred to H.M.S. Northumberland and was serving with her when he was awarded his Long Service and Good Conduct Medal in June 1875. The following month he was sent to H.M.S. Royal Adelaide and remained with her until he was discharged to pension in March 1876.