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Portrait Medal of Earl Howe for the defeat of the French at Ushant, the Battle of the first of June
Engraver: Kuchler, C. H.
Method of acquisition: Bought (1963) by The Perceval Fund
Production date: AD 1794
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 48.3 mm Diameter 48.3 mm Weight 53.96 g
Inscription present: Uniformed bust of Earl Howe facing right, hair long tied with ribbon
Inscription present: A view of the battle with Lord Howe's flag ship Queen Charlotte sinking a French ship
Accession number: CM.21-1963
Primary reference Number: 229188
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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