A collection of memorabilia and a medal from the Battle of Trafalgar have sold as part of Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers' November 19 auction in the UK.
![]() Memorabilia from the Battle of Trafalgar is highly collectible |
The General Service Medal with Trafalgar clasp was awarded to William Martin, a midshipman who served on the HMS Minotaur in the 1805 battle. Accompanied by a miniature portrait of a young Martin, as well as a photograph of him when elderly, the collection sold for £10,760 ($17,329).
Paul Fraser Collectibles has a wonderful selection of Lord Nelson memorabilia for sale, including the fantastic Trafalgar Collection.