Capture of the Spanish Ships, The Marquis D'Antin and the Lewis Erasmus. 10 July, 1745.
Ruler:
George II (1727-60)
Engraver:
Kirk, John
Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown
Production date: AD 1745
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 36 mm Diameter 36 mm Weight 19.71 g
Inscription present: Naval action: over each ship are the initials of its name, "N D" (The Notre Dame); "D" (The Duke); "L E" (The Lewis Erasmus); "P F" (The Prince Frederick); and "M A." (The Marquis d'Antin)
Inscription present: Two infant Fames, bearing respectively a trumpet and a laurel branch, hold two medallions with the busts of "IAC . TALBOT." and "IOHA . MORECOCK." below, a procession of treasure-waggons marked "44", and "45".
Accession number: CM.M.260-R
Primary reference Number: 227875
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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