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Medal commemorating the capture of Porto Bello by Admiral Vernon
Method of acquisition: Given (1919-11-22) by Fry, Geoffrey
Production date: AD 1739
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 26.6 mm Diameter 26.6 mm Weight 5.78 g
Inscription present: Half length figure of Admiral Vernon three quarters left, staff in his left hand
Inscription present: Six ships entering Port Bello harbour
Accession number: CM.79.40-1919
Primary reference Number: 229411
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Medal commemorating the capture of Porto Bello by Admiral Vernon" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/229411 Accessed: 2024-11-22 06:30:30
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