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(1778-1779) Rhode Island Medal MS BN No Wreath Below Ship, Copper Values

(1778-1779) Rhode Island Medal MS BN No Wreath Below Ship, Copper Values

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Rhode Island Ship Medals (1778–1779)

(1778-1779) Rhode Island Medal MS BN No Wreath Below Ship, Copper Values

Details

The inscriptions show that the coin was meant for a Dutch-speaking audience. It is believed the medal was struck in England circa 1779 for the Dutch market. Specimens are known in brass and pewter.

Obverse: The obverse shows the flagship of British admiral Lord Richard Howe at anchor.

Reverse: The reverse depicts the retreat of American forces from Rhode Island in 1778.

Basic Information

GSID:

392

Coin Date:

(1778-1779)

Denomination:

Medal / Medal

Designation:

Varieties and Classification

Variety:

Rhode Island

Variety 2:

No Wreath Below Ship, Copper

Physical Characteristics

Strike Type:

Business

Coin Shape:

Round

Design Details

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(1778-1779) Rhode Island Medal MS BN No Wreath Below Ship, Copper Values

Rhode Island Ship Medals (1778–1779)

(1778-1779) Rhode Island Medal MS BN No Wreath Below Ship, Copper Values

(1778-1779) Rhode Island Medal MS BN No Wreath Below Ship, Copper Values

Details

Basic Information

Varieties and Classification

Physical Characteristics