Chancellor's Medal. Cambridge. March 1752.
Ruler:
George II (1727-60)
Engraver:
Yeo, Richard
Dr Samuel Halifax, Lord Bishop of Gloucester gained this medal in the year 1754, the third medal presented as a reward for classical learning in Cambridge University.
Method of acquisition: Given (1825-10-20) by Halifax, Robert Fitzwilliam, Rev
Production date: AD 1752
Object composed of gold Diameter (min) 51 mm Diameter 51 mm Weight 111.12 g
Inscription present: Bust of George II, facing left, laureate, hair short, in armour, with star of the Garter, and mantle fastened with brooch on the shoulder.
Inscription present: On a raised throne is seated Cambridge, murally crowned, holding a caduceus, a lyre near her feet, and pointing to students, to one of whom Liberality, holding a cornucopia, and having the shield of the Duke of Newcastle at her feet, is presenting a medal. Near the throne is the river-god "CAMVS", reclining on his urn; in the distance a view of the Senate House.
Accession number: CM.M.6-R
Primary reference Number: 228274
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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