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Royal Geographical Society. Patrons Medal. 1966.: CM.805-1996

Object information

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Titles

Royal Geographical Society. Patrons Medal. 1966.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Engraver: Gillick, Mary
Engraver: Wyon, William

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1996-10-14) by Corner, E. J. H.

Dating

Production date: AD 1966

Components of the work

Object composed of gold Diameter (min) 54 mm Diameter 54 mm Weight 103.36 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of Queen Elizabeth II, facing left.

  • Text: ELIZABETH . II . DEI . GRATIA . REGINA . F : D : MGMLII
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Figure of Minerva standing in front of a globe, holding a wreath and a scroll

  • Text: OB TERRAS RECLUSAS (in exergue) ROYAL GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY OF LONDON.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.805-1996
Primary reference Number: 228429
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023 Last processed: Tuesday 8 August 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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