The ‘Seringapatam Medal’ 1799, Gold, Obv: The British lion trampling the Indian Tiger call

The ‘Seringapatam Medal’ 1799, Gold, Obv: The British lion trampling the Indian Tiger called Tipu, Rev: Battle scene of the British with the army of Tipu Sultan, AH 1213, AD 4 May 1799.Encased in a red leather box with emblazoned golden border.The red box in which the medal is stored shows typical workmanship of early 18th century Europe, with neo-classical motifs of cypress leaves and soft tendrils. It is possible that it is a replacement for the original case that came with the medal. Exceedingly rare. The ‘Seringapatam’ medal was issued by the East India Company for award to both British an

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Auction: Auction #50 · Oswal Antiques · 2014-11-09 · Estimate: ₹ 500000 - ₹ 550000

Category: Medals : Seringapatam

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