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Medal - Loss of the brig Somers
1846 year| Bronze | - | 57 mm |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Type | › Tokens |
| Year | 1846 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 57 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#192175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Scene of lifeboats heading toward sinking ships
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRO VITIS AMERICANORUM CONSERVATIS
ENG. BY. C.C. WRIGHT.
Engraver: Charles Cushing Wright
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck in 1850While chasing a blockade runner off Vera Cruz on Dec. 8, 1846, the brig "U.S.S. Somers" capsized and foundered. Of the crew, 32 died, seven were rescued. On March 3, 1847, Congress authorized medals to be struck to present to those who participated in life-saving efforts.
