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King's College London. Cayley's Medal. 1838.: CM.M.391-R

Object information

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Titles

King's College London. Cayley's Medal. 1838.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Wyon, Alfred Benjamin

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1894-05-01) by Cayley, Professor

Dating

Production date: AD 1838

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 51 mm Diameter 51 mm Weight 61.15 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Mary and scholar flanking the Royal coat of arms, crowned with lion.

  • Text: SANCTE ET SAPIENTER (in exergue) COLL : REG : LOND. MDCCCXXIX
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within closed wreath.

  • Text: MERENDO A. CAYLEY Chemistry May MDCCCXXXVIII
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.391-R
Primary reference Number: 228370
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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