The Collection of British Historical Medals formed by the late Ralph Kennedy

Death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805, a copper medal by T. Webb, bust left, rev. Bellona advancing right towards galleys, 53mm, 92.41g (Hardy 63; BHM 577; E 957). About very fine £60-£80

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of British Historical Medals formed by the late Ralph Kennedy.

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Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson and Duke of Bronte (1758-1805), widely regarded as one of the greatest naval commanders in history, was killed at the Battle of Trafalgar on 21 October 1805