From the reign of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) notable successes of the Royal Navy were occasionally celebrated by commemorative medals, which gave great scope for images of ships in sail and naval battles. In Elizabeth's own reign, England was twice threatened with a Spanish invasion. The defeat of...
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elizabeth i gold medal1589medal for the defeat of the spanish armada
medal for the defeat of the spanish armada 1589