VIGO five guineas
Ruler:
Anne (1702-14)
Mint:
Royal Mint
Coins the word VIGO under the Queen's head indicate that the gold was captured from Spanish galleons in the Battle of Vigo Bay in October 1702.
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1936) by Young, Arthur W.
Production date: AD 1703
Object composed of gold Diameter 38 mm Die Axis 180 degrees Weight 41.68 g
Accession number: CM.YG.3597-R
Primary reference Number: 226389
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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