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Royal Society. Prize Medal. 1859.
Ruler:
Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver:
Wyon, William
Method of acquisition: Given (1963) by Wyon, E. M., Mrs.
Production date: AD 1837
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 72 mm Diameter 72 mm Weight 169.79 g
Inscription present: Diademed head of Queen Victoria, facing left.
Inscription present: Sir Isaac Newton standing; drawings illustrating his theories to left and right.
Accession number: CM.269-1963
Primary reference Number: 228436
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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