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Ghent Retaken. 19 Dec 1708.
Ruler: Anne (1702-14)
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (1940-02-02) by Barron, E. Evelyn
Production date: AD 1708
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 43 mm Diameter 43 mm Weight 29.5 g
Inscription present: View of Ghent and the trenches of the besieging army.
Inscription present: The Governor of Ghent "MONSR . LA MOTTE", and the French commanders, humbly present a glove to the Duke of Marlborough on horseback; in the distance he French garrison "GALL . PRÆS." departing.
Accession number: CM.108-1940
Primary reference Number: 227751
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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