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Artist:
Wyon, Allan Gairdner
Issuer:
King's College London
Issuer:
Thomson, John Millar, Professor
(Struck in the name of)
John Millar Thomson was a vigorous and well-liked chemist working in the field of crystallisation, and he ended his career as professor of Chemistry at King's College London. On his retirement in 1914, when he became Emeritus Professor, this medal was instituted in his honour for the student in each year who achieved the highest marks in the final year of the Special Honours course in Chemistry. It is still awarded today. This piece is a bronze specimen from the collection of the designer, Allan Gairdner Wyon.
History note: From the estate of the late Mrs Venetia M. Watson, daughter of the artist
Method of acquisition: Given (2005-01-31) by Watson, Philip Charles
Production date: AD 1914 : undated
Bronze specimen
Object composed of bronze Diameter 75.0 mm Die Axis 0 degrees
Inscription present: Bust of John Millar Thomson in University robes and mortar-board left, with inscription in two layers around
Inscription present: Arms of King's College London breaking border in which legend around
Accession number: CM.23-2005
Primary reference Number: 156542
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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