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.
Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown
Production date: AD 1702
Object composed of bronze gilding Diameter (min) 26 mm Diameter 26 mm Weight 4.69 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.M.231-R
Primary reference Number: 227699
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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