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Reference:4210 Siege and Capture of Seringapatam, 1799

British lion, right, subdues a tiger , the emblem of Tippoo Sultan's government, in an open landscape. Beyond, a banner with the Union badge and an Arabic inscription [= the lion of God is the conqueror]. Fortress of Seringapatam under attack. By Conrad Heinrich Kuchler. Copper. 48 mm. (1.9 inches) in diameter.

Condition: Extremely fine.

Notes: Conrad Heinrich Kuchler worked for Matthew Boulton at his Manufactory in Birmingham, where this medal was struck. Would you please note that you are in the ARCHIVE page of the website, where all sold items are placed. For items that are still available, please go to the menu opposite and click on MEDALS & MEDALLIC ART.

References: Eimer 903a; Pollard 20; Gordon 25; Payne 65-7.