Description
1739 Admiral Vernon Medal/Portobello, Pinchbeck, Adams PBv 22-S, M-G 43, Betts 200
A nice example of this medal, commemorating Admiral Vernon’s capture of Porto Bello in 1739. Worn but reasonably well detailed. Diameter 37mm. Rarity 5. Ex Baldwin’s Vault.
O: Vernon facing left holding a sword. THE • BRITISH • GLORY • REVIV.D • BY • ADMIRAL • VERNON.
R: A view of Portobello. HE • TOOK • PORTO • BELLO • WITH • SIX • SHIPS • ONLY • 1739 | BY COURAGE • AND CONDUCT.
I would grade this medal Very Fine (Sheldon AU50), but I have provided high-resolution close up photos so you can decide on a grade for yourself.
For uncertified coins I provide a grading opinion using both the UK descriptive system and the Sheldon scale (based on ANA Grading Standards and/or PCGS Photograde) which will be better known to my US customers. I offer a grading opinion as a courtesy, but please examine the high resolution close up photos carefully and decide on a grade for yourself.
