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Royal Academy of Music Prize Medal. 1822.: CM.672-1913

Object information

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Titles

Royal Academy of Music Prize Medal. 1822.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George IV (1820-30)
Engraver: Wyon, Benjamin

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1913-02-17) by Searle, W. G., the Rev.

Dating

Production date: AD 1822

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 41 mm Diameter 41 mm Weight 35.53 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Head of Orpheus, with lyre, facing right.

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription around closed wreath.

  • Text: ROYAL ACADEMY OF MUSIC (below) INSTITUTED 1822
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.672-1913
Primary reference Number: 228460
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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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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Royal Academy of Music Prize Medal. 1822." Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/228460 Accessed: 2024-11-22 08:22:17

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