Cross for Ulua, Cross (1838)

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SKU: 02.MEX.0128.101.01.001

Estimated market value:

$3500 USD

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Estimated market value:

$3500 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Mexico
  • Composition
    Gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: ULUA EN 1838
  • Size
    39-41mm

History


The Cross for Ulua (Cruz por UlĂșa) was instituted by the Mexican government to reward the Officers who defended the Fort San Juan de Ulua during the bombardment of 1828 by a French fleet in their attempt to collect six million pesos as damages to foreign shops pillaged by rioters in Mexico City.

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