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Proposed Attack on Havana, 1741, a pinchbeck medal, unsigned, full-length figure of Admiral Vernon facing to left, with sword drawn and canon, fort at left and ship at right, rev. view of Porto Bello harbour with six ships, 37mm (Adams HAv 1-A; Betts 313; MI II, 556/179). Usual flaw by date, about very fine, light patina £60-80

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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