Prince Albert Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. 1847.: CM.M.373-R

Titles

Prince Albert Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. 1847.

Maker(s)

Victoria (1837-1901) (Ruler)
Davis, J. (Engraver)

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown

Dating

Production date: AD 1847

Components of the work

Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 43 mm Diameter 43 mm Weight 26.61 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Crowned inscription within open wreath.

Text: TO COMMEMORATE THE VISIT OF HER MAJESTY TO CAMBRIDGE AND THE INSTALLATION OF H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT AS CHANCELLOR OF THE UNIVERSITY JULY 1847.
Location: Obverse
Type: Design

Inscription present: Prince Albert standing right, reading an address, cap on pedestal.

Text: H.R.H. PRINCE ALBERT ELECTED CHANCELLOR OF CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY MARCH 1 (in exergue) INSTALLATION JULY 6 1847.
Location: Reverse
Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

A Catalogue of British Historical Medals, 1837-1901: The Reign of Queen Victoria page(s): 121

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.373-R
Primary reference Number: 228315
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019

Associated departments & institutions

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

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            "Prince Albert Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. 1847."
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            University of Cambridge}}

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