


© British Museum
Battle of La Hogue - William and Mary
1692 yearSilver | - | 55 mm |
Location | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
---|---|
Ruling authority | William III, Mary II (1689-1694) |
Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
Year | 1692 |
Composition | Silver |
Diameter | 55 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-11-14 |
Numista | N#379733 |
---|---|
Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Naval action; in front, a French ship sinking.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ASSERTA MARIS IMPERII GLORIA.
GALLORUM CLASSE DELETA D.XIX,XXIX MAJI . MDCXCII.
Translation:
The glory of the empire of the sea asserted.
The French fleet defeated, 19/29 May, 1692.
Engraver: Jan Smeltzing