Ships Burnt in the Medway, and Proclamation of Peace 1667
Ruler:
Charles II (1660-85)
Engraver:
Abeele, Peter Van
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (1936-07-07) by Young, Arthur W.
Production date: AD 1667
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 70 mm Diameter 70 mm Weight 73.27 g
Inscription present: The burning of the ships at Chatham; in the foreground, one sinking.
Inscription present: Peace, holding olive branch and cornucopia, is seated, facing, upon piles of arms, supported by infanti genii of war holding an arrow and a torch. From a cable which forms a border to the medal are suspended, on one side, the shields of France, England, Scotland, Ireland, Denmark, and Sweden; on the other, those of the Seven United Provinces. Above, a scroll incusely inscribed, "SOLI DEO GLORIA."
Accession number: CM.YG.3355-R
Primary reference Number: 227557
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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