Medal commemorating the capture of Porto Bello by Admiral Vernon
Method of acquisition: Unknown (1911) by Unknown
Production date: AD 1739
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 39.7 mm Diameter 39.7 mm Weight 19.28 g
Inscription present: Full length figure of Vernon facing right, sword in one hand, staff in the other: before him a cannon; behind him a ship; the scabbard of his sword is visible and he stands on a square platform which is a scroll ornament
Inscription present: Six ships entering Porto Bello harbour
Accession number: CM.1419-1911
Primary reference Number: 229405
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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