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Centenary of the University of Brussels. Pierre Theodore Verhaegen Medal. 1934.: CM.213-1935

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Titles

Centenary of the University of Brussels. Pierre Theodore Verhaegen Medal. 1934.

Maker(s)

Engraver: Mauquoy, Alfonse

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1935-01-26) by University of Brussels

Dating

Production date: AD 1934

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 65 mm Diameter 65 mm Weight 90.49 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of Pierre Theodore Verhaegen, facing right.

  • Text: 1796 PIERRE THEODORE VERHAEGEN 1862
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: View of the University of Brussels. Archangel Michael defeating the devil below surrounded by oak leaves.

  • Text: UNIVERSITE LIBRE DE BRUXELLES 1834-1934 SCIENTIA VINCERE TENEBRAS.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.213-1935
Primary reference Number: 228385
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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

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