Lot 1089

Sale 143 · Upcoming Sale 143 Important Coins, Medals & Banknotes

Description

Battle of La Hogue, 1692, (English and Dutch fleets defeated the French), white metal 48 mm by F. Kleinert, naval action with the French flagship La Soleil Royal in flames, rev. Turks on shore lamenting the loss of the French fleet, with lengthy edge inscription. Extremely fine.

(Medallic Illustrations 61/261). Ended the chance of exiled James II returning to the throne.

Estimate
$240
Result Status
Not offered