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Prize For Success in Art. 1856.: CM.3978-1950

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Prize For Success in Art. 1856.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Wyon, William

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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 1856

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 55 mm Diameter 55 mm Weight 87.83 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Victoria, diademed, facing left, with hair tied behind.

  • Text: VICTORIA BY THE GRACE OF GOD QUEEN MDCCCLVI
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription in closed wreath.

  • Text: LOCAL PRIZE FOR SVCCESS IN ART AWARDED B THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND ART.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.3978-1950
Primary reference Number: 228158

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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