Auction Catalogue

17 January 2024

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Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

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Lot

№ 652

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17 January 2024

Hammer Price:
£360

Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., V.R., narrow suspension (Sevao. Adjens Capts Cook H.M.S. Swiftsure) engraved naming, very fine £100-£140

Servario Adjens/Aguis was born in Malta in June 1831. He joined the Royal Navy as Captain’s Steward in April 1855, and advanced to Captain’s Cook whilst serving with H.M.S. Marlborough, from October 1858. Subsequent service included with H.M.S. Swiftsure from July 1874 until May 1877 (awarded L.S. & G.C. in June 1875). Adjens/Aguis was shore pensioned in December 1877.

Sold with copied service papers.