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Society of Industry Medal. 1792.: CM.211-1915

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Titles

Society of Industry Medal. 1792.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Engraver: Milton, J.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1915-08-17) by Squire, William Barclay

Dating

Production date: AD 1792

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 35 mm Diameter 35 mm Weight 24.02 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Two female figures, one standing with cornucopia the other holding aloft an olive branch, beehive in background.

  • Text: PLENTY & PEACE ARE THE FRUITS OF INDUSTRY & SUBORDINATION.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription around and in the centre.

  • Text: SOCIETY OF INDUSTRY FOUNDED XXIX NOVEMBER MDCCLXXIII. 9TH PREMIUM H ELIZ WEST AGED 7 1792
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.211-1915
Primary reference Number: 228561
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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

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