1739 Admiral Vernon Medal

[Relicific]

One of the things I love about relic hunting,is researching a find and learning some history along the way.
Well yesterday's find is dripping with history,in fact you can read about it on the reverse side of the coin.
" He Took Porto Bello With Six Ships Only "
" Nov 22, 1739 "
So as you can imagine,when I unearthed this huge bronze coin,I was ecstatic.
This is what I learned about this commemorative coin,
Porto Bello was a Spanish port in what is now Panama.
The English had attempted to take it in 1726 with twenty ships and failed.
Captain Edward Vernon had boasted to Parliament that He could take Porto Bello with only six ships.
He was given a commission as Vice-Admiral of the blue,placed in command of a group of ships and given His chance.
Admiral Vernon successfully captured Porto Bello with six ships as He had boasted.
The population of England was elated,and these medals were issued to celebrate the occasion.
Here's a little American connection to this part of history,
In 1741 George Washington's half-brother, Lawrence Washington,served on Vernon's
flagship the princess Caroline and named His estate Mount Vernon in honour of His commander.
Porto Bello also came to be used in commemoration at a variety of locations, such
as Port Bello in Virginia and Port Bello in St. Mary's county Maryland.
As well as the Port Bello road in London.

 

[Relicific]

amazing find good job

Thanks A2coins

 

[Gridwalker306]

Man that’s a cool find, and the condition is stunning! Thanks for posting the story, I learned something new. Congrats

 

[Hillbilly Prince]

Thanks for the background! Wonderful find.

 

[Relicific]

Man that’s a cool find, and the condition is stunning! Thanks for posting the story, I learned something new. Congrats

Thanks I’m glad you learned something-

 

[Iron Patch]

Cool find and in great condition too.

 

[Relicific]

Cool find and in great condition too.

Thanks I.P.

 

[Calabash Digger]

Very nice find!

 

[Possum]

Outstanding find and great work on your research!!! Thank you for sharing your pics and the history associated with it, job well done sir!!! "D"

 

[Bharpring]

Those are awesome coins with great history. Good job!

 

[Relicific]

Outstanding find and great work on your research!!! Thank you for sharing your pics and the history associated with it, job well done sir!!! "D"

Thank you- It’s all about History

 

[Steve in PA]

Congrats on such a cool find. Vernon was commemorated on a variety of things, including Cuff Links.

 

[Relicific]

Congrats on such a cool find. Vernon was commemorated on a variety of things, including Cuff Links.

Very cool,I didn’t know that.
Tks Steve

 

[diggerranger]

[emoji106][emoji106] wow

 

[Patriot Relics]

Late to the party, but that thing is sweet. Huge congrats

 

[Steve in PA]

Very cool,I didn’t know that.
Tks Steve

Here is a Vernon button that Dave Wise posted
http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/t...l-edward-vernon-button-circa-1739-1750-a.html
I also have seen a nice Vernon cufflink found by Bill Dancy, but I can find his post. Might have been on another forum.

 

[Relicific]

Here is a Vernon button that Dave Wise posted
http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/t...l-edward-vernon-button-circa-1739-1750-a.html
I also have seen a nice Vernon cufflink found by Bill Dancy, but I can find his post. Might have been on another forum.

Thanks for the link

 

[Valley Ranger]

Great save! "One of the things I love about relic hunting,is researching a find and learning some history along the way." Absolutely - every find can be an adventure!

 

[BLK HOLE]

That is so cool! Congratulations on the awesome save!

 

[pandes]

awesome find,congrats

 

[Relicific]

Great save! "One of the things I love about relic hunting,is researching a find and learning some history along the way." Absolutely - every find can be an adventure!

Tks valley ranger