Medal
1799 (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
Obv., figure of Peace supporting a medallion portrait of Lord Nelson. Rev., the Battle of Nile, and the legend. Inscribed exergue and rim.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Bronze |
| Brief description | Medal, Davison's Nile Medal, awarded to ratings, marines etc., by Heinrich Kuchler, English, late 18th century. |
| Physical description | Obv., figure of Peace supporting a medallion portrait of Lord Nelson. Rev., the Battle of Nile, and the legend. Inscribed exergue and rim. |
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| Marks and inscriptions |
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| Credit line | Given by the late Jas. W. Fleming |
| Historical context | This medal was instituted by Admiral Nelson's Prize Agent, Alexander Davison, in 1799 for participation in the Battle of the Nile. There were four grades, gold - awarded to Nelson and his captains, silver - awarded to lieutenants and warrant officers, copper-gilt - awarded to petty officers and bronzed copper - awarded to ratings, marines, etc. |
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| Bibliographic reference | List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington, Acquired During the Year 1877, Arranged According to the Dates of Acquisition. London : Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode for H.M.S.O. p. 143. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | 1670-1877 |
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| Record created | November 19, 2008 |
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