Davissons Ltd.
E-Auction 19 30 March 2017
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George III. Battle of the Nile. Æ. 40.73 gm. 47 mm. By Kuchler. 1798. Peace standing atop rock outcropping supporting shield emblazoned with a relief bust of Admiral Nelson, open sea behind; REAR ADMIRAL LORD NELSON OF THE NILE around / The British fleet assembled in Aboukir Bay, going into battle. ALMIGHTY GOD HAS BLESSED HIS MAJESTYS ARMS around; VICTORY OF THE NILE | AUGUST 1. 1798. in exergue. Edge: FROM ALEXR DAVISON ESQR ST. JAMES'S SQUARE: A TRIBUTE OF REGARD. Eimer 890. BHM 447. Near Extremely Fine; pleasing brown patina.
Awarded to participants in the Battle of the Nile by Alexander Davison.