LOT 324
15th February 2023
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LOT 324
An early 19th century Portuguese silver beaker of Napoleonic interest, circa 1810, the tapering cylindrical body engraved with a crest and motto, the base inscription engraved 'J.M. Stacpoole 45th Regt, Vittoria June 21 1813', 'L' mark for Lisbon and maker's mark A.F.C., weight 169.5g, height 10cm. Note: John Massy Stacpoole obtained rank of Lieutenant-Colonel for service with the 45th Regiment of Foot. The 45th (Nottinghamshire) (Sherwood Foresters) Regiment fought in every action of the Peninsular Campaign, earning them the nickname 'Old Stubborns'. On June 21st 1813, the British, Spanish and Portuguese armies, led by the Duke of Wellington, defeated a French army directed by Joseph Bonaparte (brother of Napoleon) at Vittoria. The battle began the end of French rule in Spain.
Hammer price: £650
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