(1778-1779) Medal Rhode Island Wreath Below Ship, Silvered

Coin / United States of America / 1778 / / Rhode Island Ship Medals / Medal

The inscriptions show that the coin was meant for a Dutch-speaking audience. It is believed the medal was struck in England circa 1779 for the Dutch market. Specimens are known in brass and pewter.

coinage-type Rhode Island Coinage
desg MS
material Silver
obverse-description The obverse shows the flagship of British admiral Lord Richard Howe at anchor.
pcgs-link 575
pcgs-number 575
reverse-description The reverse depicts the retreat of American forces from Rhode Island in 1778.
variety Rhode Island
variety-2 Wreath Below Ship, Silvered
year-display 1778-1779