Great Britain
Anne bronze "City of Tournay" Medal 1709 MS63 Brown NGC, MI-354-190, Eimer-437. 40mm. By J. Croker. Obv. Bust of Queen Anne I. Rev. Pallas seated by trophies, holding Medusa shield. Vauban's fortress at Tournai was thought to be impregnable before the Duke of Marlborough proved otherwise. Subtle shades of blue around the devices and legends contrast beautifully with the cherry-walnut patina. From the Abbeygate Collection of British Medals
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