1739 Admiral VERNON copper medal CAPTURE OF PORTO BELLO – Betts 238
This highly collectible 37mm copper medal was struck in 1739 to celebrate Admiral Vernon’s capture of Porto Bello with just 6 ships! There are many versions of this sought after medal, and this piece comes with vintage collector’s handwritten ticket.
Obverse: full-length figure of Admiral Vernon facing to right, with baton, canon and ship sailing to the right.
Lettering: THE BRITISH GLORY REVIV D BY ADMIRAL VERNON
Reverse: six ships in harbour in front of bay of Portobello, Panama, battle date below: Nov 22, 1739
Lettering with Reversed N’s:
WHO TOOK PORTO BELLO WITH SIX SHIPS ONLY
NOV 22 1739
Reference: Adams PBvi 11-P; Betts 238
Condition: Collector’s high grade for type with rich dark uncleaned patina and mark on reverse – see photos…
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