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SWEDEN. Admiral General Henrik Trolle Bronze Award Medal, 1780 (1784). NGC MS-65.
Hy I-285. By C. Fehrman. Diameter: 28mm. Obverse: Head right; Reverse: Rudder between two inward-facing dolphins. Edge: AF AMIRALITETET GIFVEN 1784. Deep brown surfaces with immensely brilliant and dazzling luster.
Hy I-285. By C. Fehrman. Diameter: 28mm. Obverse: Head right; Reverse: Rudder between two inward-facing dolphins. Edge: AF AMIRALITETET GIFVEN 1784. Deep brown surfaces with immensely brilliant and dazzling luster.
These awards were dated 1780, the year in which Trolle was appointed to the position of Admiral General. After his death four years later, his successor had these awards created and presented to officers (in silver) and to privates (in copper).
Estimate: $140 - $200