Coins, Tokens and Historical Medals

Portobello Medals with Vernon’s portrait alone, Capture of Portobello, 1739, a pinchbeck medal, unsigned, three-quarter length figure of Vernon left, head facing, rev. Portobello harbour, three ships entering and three outside, 38mm (Adams PBv 7-E; Betts 186; MI II, 540/127). Slightly bent, otherwise good fine, rare £100-£120

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The ‘Merchant of the Islands’ Collection of Admiral Vernon Medals.

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