Medal commemorating Admiral Sir Charles Napier (1786-1860)

Medal commemorating Admiral Sir Charles Napier (1786-1860). Obverse: The Admiral, full-length on his quarterdeck, showing a 32-pounder. In full dress uniform, ribbon over right shoulder and KCB, a telescope in his left hand. On the capstan, a cocked hat and chart at which his right hand points. Legend: 'SIR CHARLES NAPIER. LADS WAR IS DECLARED.' Reverse: Starboard broadside view of the 'Duke of Wellington', under topsails, topgallant sails, jib and spanker. The Admirals's flag at the fore, a signal at main. Legend: 'THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON.' Exergue: 'FLAG SHIP.' The whole surrounded by a rope.

Object Details

ID: MEC1582
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Medal
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Allen & Moore
Vessels: Duke of Wellington (1852)
Date made: 1854
People: Napier, Charles John
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 44 mm