1758 British Victories Medal

Value of 1758 British Victories Medal

William Pitt was revered by the American Colonists and his fellow Englishman for his arguments for the common man, which gave rise to his nickname, “Great Commoner”. This medal displays a detailed bust of Pitt on the obverse. Pitt faces to the left, while wearing a braided wig and a coat. The legend states, “Rt Hourable William Pitt”. The reverse depicts a lion standing on his hind legs while leaning on a globe. In his right he holds a sword above his head. The legend reads, “Who rouze [sic] the British lion.”

The obverse and reverse text read as follows: Rt Honourable Wm Pitt | and | Who Rouze [sic] the British Lion.