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Medal - George III - Captain Cook
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1772 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | Right-facing laureate bust of King George III in high relief, with flowing hair tied at the nape, within a raised border. The circular legend runs around the periphery of the field. Engraver's initials visible at the bust truncation. |
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| Obverse lettering | GEORGE·III·KING·OF·GR·BRITAIN·FRANCE·AND·IRELAND·ETC. |
| Reverse description | Two sailing ships underway at sea, representing HMS Resolution and HMS Adventure, the vessels of Captain Cook's second voyage of exploration. The legend encircles the scene with the ship names and departure details. |
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