Medal
19th century (made)
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This is a gilt electrotype medal made in the 19th century, in England. This medal was copied from the 18th century original. The obverse of this medal represents King George II presenting a medal to a man kneeling. The reverse shows English ships burning five Spanish galleys.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Gilt electrotype copy |
| Brief description | Medal, electrotype of the Callis medal, awarded by George II to Captain Callis, 19th century electrotype copy |
| Physical description | Obv., King George. II.; rev., English ships burning five Spanish galleys. |
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| Credit line | Given by the late Jas. W. Fleming |
| Object history | Given by the late Jas.W.Fleming, F.R.C.S.E., Surgeon- Major 4th R.I.D Guards. |
| Historical context | The original medal was awarded to Captain Callis, who in June 1742, in the fireship 'Duke' entered St. Tropez harbour and burnt five Spanish galleys at anchor. For this action he was promoted and awarded a gold medal and chain by King George II. |
| Production | A copy from the 19th century English original signed "T. Pingo. f." |
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| Summary | This is a gilt electrotype medal made in the 19th century, in England. This medal was copied from the 18th century original. The obverse of this medal represents King George II presenting a medal to a man kneeling. The reverse shows English ships burning five Spanish galleys. |
| Bibliographic reference | List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington, Acquired During the Year 1877, Arranged According to the Dates of Acquisition. London : Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode for H.M.S.O. p. 106. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | 1398-1877 |
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| Record created | September 30, 2008 |
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