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Medal - Admiral Vernon/Don Blass Portobello
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1739 |
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| Composition | Copper |
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| Obverse description | The field depicts a standing figure of Admiral Vernon holding a sword in his right hand, receiving the surrender of Don Blass, who kneels before him proffering his sword. The legend 'DON BLASS' appears in the field to the right of the kneeling figure. A circular legend surrounds the scene within a raised border. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | THE SPANISH.PRIDE.PULLD.DOWN.BY.ADMIRAL.VERNON. DON // BLASS |
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