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Spanish Wreck Recovered 1687
Ruler:
James II (1685-1701)
Engraver:
Bower, George
This medal was awarded to the officers of the ship that successfully recovered treasure from a sunken ship off Hispaniola, in the West Indies.
Method of acquisition: Given (1989-07-05) by Anonymous
Production date: AD 1687
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 55 mm Diameter 55 mm Weight 90.47 g
Inscription present: Busts conjoined, facing right, of James II and Mary. He laureate, hair long, descending in several ringlets in front, wears scale armour and mantle: she, with pearls in her hair and one lovelock, is in mantle.
Inscription present: A ship, the boats of which are engaged in fishing up treasure from a wreck.
Accession number: CM.251-1989
Primary reference Number: 227621
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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