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Golden Jubilee of the Reign of Queen Victoria. 1887.
Ruler:
Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver:
Wyon, Leonard Charles
This is the official Jubilee medal of Queen Victoria.
Method of acquisition: Given (1945-05-14) by Gatty, H. P. W.
Production date: AD 1887
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 77 mm Diameter 77 mm Weight 216.72 g
Inscription present: Draped bust of Queen Victoria wearing veil and small crown, facing left.
Inscription present: The Queen enthroned, surrounded by seven figures symbolising the arts and industries of Britain. To cherubs holding entwined wreaths and shields bearing dates "MDCCCLXXXVII" and "MDCCCXXXVII" above. In the exergue are five shields bearing the names of the continents; "ASIA, AMERICA, EUROPE, AUSTRALASIA, AFRICA"
Accession number: CM.111-1945
Primary reference Number: 228177
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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