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Silver-gilt Counter

Unknown artist, 1588

A silver-gilt counter struck in 1588 to commemorate the defeat of the Spanish Armada. Obverse: Four people kneeling in prayer. Reverse: Spanish ship breaking upon a rock.

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Title of artwork, date

Silver-gilt Counter, 1588

Date supported

1953

Medium and material

Silver

Dimensions

Diameter: 3 cm

Gifted by

A J Hugh Smith

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