CUBA. Cuba - Great Britain - Spain. Capture of Morro Castle Bronze Medal, 1763. PCGS MS-62 Brown. Betts-443; Eimer-704; Medina-12. By T. F. Prieto. Diameter: 49mm. Obverse: Jugate bust right of Don Luis de Velasco and Vincenzo Gonzales; Reverse: Naval battle scene and bombardment from 30 July 1762. A charming proclamation medal celebrating the capture of Morro Castle, which was captured by a British fleet. Rich chocolate brown surfaces, with tremendous intricate detail, especially upon the reverse. From the David Sterling Collection.
