1739 Admiral Vernon Medal. Porto Bello Medals with No Portrait. Copper. 38.8 mm. Adams-Chao PB 2-D, M-G 22. Rarity-5. Plain Edge. AU-55 (NGC). Handsome golden-bronze surfaces retain bold to sharp detail throughout the design. The surfaces are overall smooth in hand with no marks of note. We do, however, note a few swirls of ancient verdigris and light surface scale in the protected areas within the design, especially on the obverse. We have only offered one other example of this type in recent years, a VF-25 that was likely a pocket piece. Obviously far finer, the present specimen is sure to see spirited bidding among specialists.
