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Centenary of the University of Buenos Aires. 1921.: CM.57-1921

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Centenary of the University of Buenos Aires. 1921.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1921-12-08) by University of Buenos Aires

Dating

Production date: AD 1921

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 70 mm Diameter 96 mm Weight 171.45 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Semi naked female figure, holding torch, symbols of study below and right.

  • Text: UNIVERSITAS . BONAERENSIS. (below) SCIENTIÆ. LUMEN. PRETIUM. VITÆ.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Coat of arms of Argentina surrounded by laurel leaves.

  • Text: CENTENARIO DE LA UNIVERSIDAD DE BUENOS AIRES. ……. POR EL PRESENTE PUBLICO SOLEMNE EDICTO ERIJO E INSTITUYO UNA UNIVERSIDAD MAYOR CON FUERO I JURISDICCION ACADEMICA …… EN BUENOS AIRES A 9 DE AGOSTO DE 1821. (signature) Martin Thodrigz B. Rivadanria. (below rope) ANTONIO SAENZ EUFEMIO UBALLES RECTORES 1821 1921.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.57-1921
Primary reference Number: 228382

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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 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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