Ref: 5201 |
Admiral
Duncan, The Battle of Camperdown 1797, white metal medal by T Wyon sr Obv:
uniformed bust almost facing of Admiral Duncan, LORD VISCT DUNCAN OF CAMPERDOWN
ADMIRAL OF THE BLUE around Rev:
Britannia seated on British lion, holding laurels and standard, DUTCH FLEET
DEFEATD 11 SHIPS TAKEN OCTR 11 1797 in exergue Condition:
Extremely fine with almost full original brilliance; Diameter: 38mm References:
BHM 428; E 887 Notes:
The Battle of Camperdown was fought off the Dutch coast near Camperduin, against
the Dutch who were allies of France. The result ended the golden age of Dutch
seapower. Provenance:
A.H.Baldwin & Sons Ltd Price
£85 |
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