Dogger Bank Battle Medal 1781.
Ruler:
George III (1760-1820)
Engraver:
Holtzhey, Johann George
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (1939-06-19) by Barron, E. Evelyn
Production date: AD 1781
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 45 mm Diameter 45 mm Weight 30.14 g
Inscription present: Allegorical figure of Netherlands crowned, a spear in her right hand, pointing upwards with her left hand, looking backward; an altar and bales of merchandise, the Dutch lion with thunderbolts in his paw, an anchor, guns and shot.
Inscription present: Rays in form of a star with the letter 'A' upon them, to right and left (Amsterdam Admiralty). In the centre and in between the rays, seven wreaths, each surrounding the name of an admiral, the centre wreath resting on two crossed anchors and encircled by a chain with a medal suspended.
Accession number: CM.2110-1939
Primary reference Number: 227928
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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