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Glasgow Agricultural Society. Prize Medal. 1859.: CM.3998-1950

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Glasgow Agricultural Society. Prize Medal. 1859.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Maker: Kirkwood & Son

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1951-04-01) by Bunn, C.J.

Dating

Production date: AD 1859

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 44 mm Diameter 44 mm Weight 44.13 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Coat of arms of Glasgow.

  • Text: GLASGOW AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY (below) INSTD MDCCCLI
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within closed wreath.

  • Text: WON BY John Gordon Esq. 1859. 4th PRIZE SMALL BOAR.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.3998-1950
Primary reference Number: 228500

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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