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University of London Prize Medal. 1853.: CM.M.384-R

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Titles

University of London Prize Medal. 1853.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Wyon, Benjamin

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1907) by Routh, Mrs.

Dating

Production date: AD 1853

Components of the work

Object composed of gold Diameter (min) 44 mm Diameter 44 mm Weight 100.61 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: University of London coat of arm on shield.

  • Text: UNIVERSITY OF LONDON PRIZE MEDAL.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription around and in centre of closed wreath.

  • Text: (around) EDWARD JOHN ROUTH. MASTER OF ARTS. (centre) MATHEMATICS AND NATURAL PHILOSOPHY 1853.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.384-R
Primary reference Number: 228363

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021

Associated departments & institutions

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

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