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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) 36.9 mm Diameter 36.9 mm Weight 12.51 g
Inscription present: Half length figure of Vernon facing left holding staff
Inscription present: Six ships entering Porto Bello harbour Exergue: scroll ornament
Accession number: CM.79.46-1919
Primary reference Number: 229402
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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://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/229402 Accessed: 2024-12-26 10:20:29
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