Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (2) (4240. Gunr. F. Sargeant. K/B. R.H.A.; 1129 Sert. John F. Blackmore C RHA) first engraved, second impressed, nearly very fine and better (2) £120-£160

John F. Blackmore was born in Tonnington, Devon, in 1829, and served with the Royal Horse Artillery during the Crimean War. He was discharged at Aldershot after 21 years’ service on 21 May 1869.