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Capture of Cartagena, 1741, a pinchbeck medal, unsigned, standing figures of Vernon and Admiral Ogle greeting each other, rev. view of ships in harbour, 37mm (Adams CAvo 3-D; Betts 318; MI II, 550/161). Minor surface marks in obverse field, otherwise very fine, reverse with pleasing patina £100-150

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Further Group of Admiral Vernon Medals, the Property of a Gentleman.

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