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Mehemet Ali Pacha Medal. 1842.: CM.86-2009

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Titles

Mehemet Ali Pacha Medal. 1842.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Stothard, Alfred Joseph

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2009-03-02) by The Royal Numismatic Society

Dating

1840 - 1842

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 58 mm Diameter 58 mm Weight 78.9 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Mehemet Ali Pacha, three-quarters, facing left, in traditional hat and cape.

  • Text: MEHEMET ALI PACHA (below) A. J. STOTHARD MEDAL ENGRAVED BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY D. & F.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription above crossed plant leaves.

  • Text: FROM THE COMMITTEE. THE FRIEND OF SCIENCE COMMERCE & ODER WHO PROTECTED THE SUBJECTS AND PROPERTY OF ADVERSE POWERS AND KEPT OPEN THE OVERLAND ROUTE TO INDIA 1840.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.86-2009
Primary reference Number: 228134
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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

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