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Victoria College, Jersey: The Kings Medal. 1901.: CM.282-1963

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Victoria College, Jersey: The Kings Medal. 1901.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Edward VII (1901-10)
Engraver: Wyon, Alfred Benjamin

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Description

This is the King's Medal, an award of Victoria College, presented annually since its inception in 1856 to the most deserving pupils for excellence in ancient languages, modern languages and mathematics.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1963-04-25) by Wyon, E. M., Mrs.

Dating

Production date: AD 1901

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 38 mm Diameter 38 mm Weight 31.27 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of Edward VII right.

  • Text: EX . DONO . MVNIFICENTISSIMI . REGIS . EDWARDI . SEPTIMI +
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Crowned arms of the college dividing "E-R" within quatrefoil.

  • Text: REGINAE VICTORIAE COLLEGII CAESARIENSIS ALVMNO HONORIS CAVSA.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.282-1963
Primary reference Number: 228247

Audit data

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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