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Sir David Solomons Medal. 1884.: CM.2-1971

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Titles

Sir David Solomons Medal. 1884.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Heaton, Ralph

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1971-01-28) by Trustees of the L. A. Mayer Memorial Foundation

Dating

Production date: AD 1888

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 67 mm Diameter 67 mm Weight 113.08 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Three allegorical female figures, enthroned and flanked by a sailing ship and a steamship and a lighthouse. One of the female figure holds aloft in her left hand, an electric light emitting rays and a set of callipers in her right hand.

  • Text: SEEK TRUTH IN AL THINGS
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription above open wreath of laurel and oak.

  • Text: SIR DAVID SOLOMONS' MEDAL (below) FOUNDED 1888
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2-1971
Primary reference Number: 228526

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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