1202 | Medals

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ISABEL II (1833-1868). War of Africa. Assignment of Real Heritage to help with the expenses of the War in Africa. (Ar. 76.51g / 58mm). 1859. Engraver :. A. Gerbier and Massonet. (You Vives 416). Good Very Fine.

A war entails costs and needs a national epic. Especially when the country's coffers are going through serious difficulties. It is no coincidence that, in this context of exaltation and hardship, an endless list of both public and private donations is made public to defray this conflict: universities, students, bishoprics, county councils, city councils ... and of course the queen herself: “that all my jewels be appraised and sold if it is necessary for the achievement of such a holy undertaking, that my private patrimony be disposed of without hesitation for the good and the glory of my children (…) ”so it says on the obverse of this historic medal.