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Medal - George III Battle of Copenhagen, bronze
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1801 |
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| Period | 18th century |
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| Obverse description | A standing figure of Justice in classical robes holds scales in her outstretched right hand and rests her left hand on a sword, set against a rocky foreground near water with a sailing ship in the right field. In the lower field, a circular medallion depicts the conjoined busts of Sir Hyde Parker and Lord Nelson in profile relief, inscribed with their names. The legend MARITIME JUSTICE AND BRITISH VALOR. curves along the upper periphery. |
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| Reverse description | A detailed bird's-eye view of the Øresund (the Sound) at Copenhagen depicting the naval engagement, with British warships firing amid billowing smoke in the left and centre field, and a panoramic view of the city of Copenhagen with its skyline visible along the upper right. Rocky shoreline elements frame the lower field. A rectangular exergual panel at the base bears a three-line inscription. |
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| Reverse lettering | PASSED . THE . SOUND . AND DEFEATED . Y . DANISH FLEET . MAR . 30 |
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