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Astronomical Society Prize Medal. 1846.: CM.638-1913

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Astronomical Society Prize Medal. 1846.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Wyon, William

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1913-01-02) by Routh, H.

Dating

Production date: AD 1846

Components of the work

Object composed of gold Diameter (min) 47 mm Diameter 47 mm Weight 69.57 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of Isaac Newton, facing left.

  • Text: ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY INST: MDCCCXX. (below) NUBEM PALLENTE MATHESI (vertically in field behind head) NEWTON
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A telescope mounted on a wooden frame.

  • Text: QUICUID NITET NOTANDUM (in exergue) GEORGE BIDDELL AIBY
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.638-1913
Primary reference Number: 228465

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019

Associated departments & institutions

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

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