Ancient, British and World Coins, Medallions and Books

Belle Isle Taken, 1761, a copper medal by J. Kirk, head of Britannia left between cap of Liberty and trident, rev. Victory advancing right, carrying captured French trophies, 41mm (BHM 70; E 688). An early striking; extremely fine and attractively patinated, rare £200-250

Provenance: Bt Baldwin March 1965