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Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., V.R., narrow suspension (Jn Hancock. Ward. Rm. Stewd. H.M.Rl. Navl. Barrks) engraved naming, minor edge nicks, otherwise good very fine £80-£120

John Hancock was born in St. Helier, Jersey, in February 1838. He joined the Royal Navy as a Engineer’s Servant in May 1858, and advanced to Ward Room Steward in May 1864. Hancock served as Ship’s Steward 2nd Class for General Mess at the Royal Naval Barracks (Sheerness) between April 1873 and August 1883 (awarded L.S. & G.C. in April 1875).

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