Sir Robert Peel elected Rector of Glasgow University: CM.329-1944

Current Location: In storage

Titles

Sir Robert Peel elected Rector of Glasgow University

Maker(s)

Engraver: Ottley, J.

Entities

English

Categories

Medal

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1944-9-12) by Penzen, N. M., Dr.

Dating

Production date: AD 1837

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 45.8 mm Diameter 45.8 mm Weight 43.97 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Sir Robert Peel, bare head three quarter right

Text: THE RT. HONBL. SIR ROBERT PEEL, BART. M.P. Below: INSTALLED LORD RECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW JANY. 11 1837
Location: Obverse
Type: Design

Inscription present: Arms and insignia of the university within wreath

Text: on ribbon: VIA VERITAS VITA In legend going round: ENTERTAINED AT A PUBLIC DINNER IN GLASGOW BY UPWARDS OF 3000 CITIZENS
Location: Reverse
Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

A Catalogue of British Historical Medals, 1760-1960. Vol I: The Accession of George III to the Death of William IV page(s): 421

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.329-1944
Primary reference Number: 228787
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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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