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Portrait medal of Alexander Suvarov commemorating his victories in India: CM.136-1940

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Portrait medal of Alexander Suvarov commemorating his victories in India

Maker(s)

Engraver: Kuchler, C. H.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1940-6-27) by Kenyon, Lord

Dating

Production date: AD 1810

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 48.4 mm Diameter 48.4 mm Weight 53.65 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Alexander Suvarov facing right

  • Text: ALEX. SUWOROW PRINC.ITAL.COM.RIMNIKS.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Standing figure in the costume of a Roman soldier holding a lady by the hand sitting to his right; figure on one knee looking up to his left

  • Text: In exergue: MDCCXCIX Above; ITALAE LIBERATOR
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.136-1940
Primary reference Number: 229158

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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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