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Thomas Holloway memorial medal: CM.44-1997

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Thomas Holloway memorial medal

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1999) by Mossop, John, Mrs

Dating

Production date: AD 1858

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 34.5 mm Diameter 34.5 mm Weight 16.51 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Thomas Holloway facing left

  • Text: PROFESSOR HOLLOAWAY LONDON
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Hygeia with flowing hair seated between two pedestals and facing right with her foot resting on a stool. The pedestal on the left is surmounted by an orb and that on the right by a flame. A serpent is climbing up this pedestal and drinking out of a cup held in Hygeia's left hand.

  • Text: HOLLOWAY's PILLS AND OINTMENT. In exergue: 1858
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.44-1997
Primary reference Number: 228714

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

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

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