Queen Elizabeth’s Armada Medal

Description

Queen Elizabeth's Armada Medal. AD 1589. Also called 'Dangers Averted' Medal. The bronze original commemorates the defeat of the Spanish Armadain 1588. On the reverse is a Bay tree, depicting England, its inscription meaning 'Not even perils touch it'. National Maritime Museum, London. Height 60mm. This example is made in 9 carat gold and is supplied on a 20" gold chain.