Medal
late 18th century (made)
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This is a silver medal made in the end of the 18th century Ireland. The obverse of this medal represents a crown within a wreath, and the legend "To the Heroes of Coloony. 5th Sepr. 1798." The reverse shows a castle, and the inscription "Corporation and Citizens of Limerick." This medal has a swivel and ribbon.
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Materials and techniques | Silver |
Brief description | Medal, commemorating the Battle of Collooney in 1798, Irish, late 18th century. |
Physical description | Obv., a crown within a wreath and the legend. Rev., a castle and an inscription. Swivel and ribbon. Irish 18th century. |
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Credit line | Given by W. Fleming, F. R. C. S. E. |
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Summary | This is a silver medal made in the end of the 18th century Ireland. The obverse of this medal represents a crown within a wreath, and the legend "To the Heroes of Coloony. 5th Sepr. 1798." The reverse shows a castle, and the inscription "Corporation and Citizens of Limerick." This medal has a swivel and ribbon. |
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. 149. |
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Accession number | 1715-1877 |
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Record created | November 19, 2008 |
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