1739 Admiral Vernon Porto Bello Medal. Multiple Portraits. Adams-Chao PBv1 2-B, M-G 165. Rarity-5. Copper. MS-65 (NGC). 37.3 mm. Intricately defined overall with a smooth, hard texture that borders on pristine, it is difficult for us to imagine a more enticing Admiral Vernon medal irrespective of type or die pairing. Fully original in preservation, as well, an overlay of dusky olive-brown patina allows ready appreciation of underlying brassy-gold color as the surfaces rotate under a light. Given that this is one of the more well designed and executed medals in the Porto Bello series, the type collector seeking a single high quality example need look no further than this exceptionally well preserved Gem.
