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Expedition to Vigo Bay. 23 Oct 1702
Ruler:
Anne (1702-14)
Engraver:
Lauffer, Johann Gottlieb
This medal was struck as a memorial of the battle of Vigo Bay.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933-01) by Henderson, James Stewart
Production date: AD 1702
Object composed of brass (alloy) Diameter (min) 25 mm Diameter 25 mm Weight 4.51 g
Inscription present: Bust of Anne, facing left, hair bound with fillet, lovelock on the right shoulder, in gown fastened with brooch in front.
Inscription present: View of Vigo harbour, with the sites marked "REDOND . VIGOS . BOC . CONG." at the entrance are ships attacking a fort, and burning galleons.
Accession number: CM.5.3144-1933
Primary reference Number: 227698
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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