The ‘Merchant of the Islands’ Collection of Admiral Vernon Medals

Portobello Medals with Vernon’s portrait and icons, Capture of Portobello, 1739, a pinchbeck medal, unsigned, three-quarter length figure of Vernon left, fluke of anchor at lower left, rev. Portobello harbour, two ships inside and four outside, 38mm (Adams PBvi 1-A; Betts 182; MI II, 537/115). Good fine, scarce £80-£100

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

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Provenance: Bt H. Betts June 2007