Medal commemorating the capture of Belle Isle, 1761

Medal commemorating the capture of Belle Isle, 1761. Obverse: Bust of George III (left), hair tied in nape, cloak over armour. Legend: 'GEORGIVS . TERTIVS . REX.' Reverse:Bird's-eye view of the island showing fort flying flag, and ships (right). Legend (on a ribbon): '. INSTAT . VI . PATRIA .' (By Power our country stands.) Exergue: 'CALONESUS . CAPTA VII . IUNII MDCCLXI.'

Object Details

ID: MEC1309
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Medal
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Events: Seven Years' War: Capture of Belle Isle, 1761
Date made: 1761
People: King George III
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 41 mm
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