British historical medals, Admiral Vernon and the Taking of Portobello, 1739, a pinchbeck medal, unsigned, uniformed figure of Admiral Vernon left, holding staff, rev. six ships entering harbour, 40mm (MI II, 532/96; Betts 181). Some light spotting, otherwise very fine (£50-70)

Provenance:
B.M. Greenaway Collection [bt at Reading Coin Club April 1999]