Davissons Ltd.
Auction 38 27 Feb 2019
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ENGLAND. George III. Battle of the Nile. Æ. 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. PCGS SP64; exceptional condition. Housed in an oversized holder.
Commissioned and paid for by Alexander Davison from the profits made as prize agent to commemorate Admiral Nelson's victory over the French during the Battle of the Nile.