Named J56017 C E Baldwin PO HMS Titania
Key Information:
• Country: Great Britain
• Award: Royal Naval Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
• Recipient: J.56017 C. E. Baldwin
• Rank: P.O. – Petty Officer
• Ship: H.M.S. TITANIA
• Officially impressed naming on rim
• Diameter approx.: 36.35 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse:
• Bust of King George V facing left
• Inscription: “GEORGIVS V BRITT OMN REX ET IND IMP”
Translation: “George V, King of all the Britains, Emperor of India”
Reverse:
• Detailed sailing warship at sea
• Inscription: “FOR LONG SERVICE AND GOOD CONDUCT”
Ribbon:
• Dark blue center stripe with light grey edges
Condition:
• Original officially impressed naming on rim
• Honest service wear and visible surface marks
• Light toning consistent with age
• Ribbon shows age and light wear
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Royal Naval Long Service and Good Conduct Medal was awarded to non-commissioned officers and ratings of the Royal Navy for long and exemplary service. Named naval examples with ship designation are particularly desirable to collectors due to research potential and connection to specific vessels.
H.M.S. Titania served as a depot ship and submarine support vessel, adding further historical interest to this named medal. Medals to Petty Officers are always sought after in Royal Navy collecting circles.
Summary:
A solid and desirable named example of the Royal Naval Long Service and Good Conduct Medal awarded to J.56017 C. E. Baldwin, Petty Officer, H.M.S. Titania. A classic British naval long service award with strong research potential and collector appeal.