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Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., V.R., narrow suspension (Andw Murray Coxn Lch. H.M.S. Excellent 20 Ys) engraved naming, good very fine, scarce £300-£400

Andrew Murray was born in Southsea, Hampshire, in September 1839. He joined the Royal Navy as a Boy 2nd Class in February 1855, and advanced to Coxswain of Launch in August 1871. His service included with H.M.S. Warrior from July 1867 to September 1871, and H.M.S. Excellent from September 1871 to August 1872, and between June and September 1875 (awarded L.S. & G.C. in May 1875). Murray advanced to Petty Officer 1st Class, and was shore pensioned in September 1875.

Sold with copied service papers.