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Glasgow High School silver medal for elocution.: CM.818-1989

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Glasgow High School silver medal for elocution.

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Description

Awarded to James Finlayson for elocution, 1853.

Measurements and weight

Weight: 29.18 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1989-11-27) by Grimshaw, Margaret Eleanor

Dating

Production date: AD 1852

Components of the work

Minimum Diameter 56.2 mm
Maximum Diameter 61.5 mm

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

Cast (process)

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.818-1989
Primary reference Number: 189478

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Created: Thursday 27 September 2012 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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