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Great Britain - 1905

Nelson - Anniversary of Trafalgar

Obverse:

Bust of Nelson, left

Legend:

HORATIO VISCOUNT NELSON . K . DUKE OF BRONTE

Size:

32 mm.

Reverse:

A view of Trafalgar

Legend:

ENGLAND EXPECTS EVERY MAN WILL DO HIS DUTY

Vern's Comments:

An interesting piece commemorating the centenary of the Battle of Trafalgar where Nelson lost his life shortly after winning the battle.
After the battle Boulton produced a medal that looked very similar to this which was ditributed to all of the sailors and marines who participated. While this piece is in white metal the recipiants then received gold for senior officers, silver for lower officers and bronze/copper for other ranks.

Nelson - Anniversary of Trafalgar