1758 Medal Betts-408

Coin Details

Description

This brass medal, Betts-408, is another 1758 medal related to the Louisbourg campaign. The series of Louisbourg medals in the Betts catalog (numbers 403-415+) documents the extensive British medal production that celebrated this pivotal victory. Each variety presents slightly different design elements while commemorating the same fundamental event. The Louisbourg campaign of 1758 was the turning point of the Seven Years' War in North America, transforming what had been a largely unsuccessful British war effort into a string of victories that would culminate in the conquest of all of New France by 1760. Medallic commemoration of colonial events was not limited to military victories — treaties, explorations, trading company foundings, missionary activities, and colonial administrative milestones all received medallic recognition. These medals capture the enthusiasm that this reversal of fortune generated in Britain and its colonies.

Rarity Notes

Rare. Part of the extensive Louisbourg medal series.

Cross References

Betts-408