Medal
19th century (made)
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This is a silver medal made in the 19th century, in England, and signed "Benj, Wyon." The obverse of this medal is embossed with a man carrying a female out of a fire, and the words "Actions are our's, resultins are God's." The reverse has an inscription.
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Materials and techniques | Silver |
Brief description | Medal, awarded to John Mulvey for intrepid and laudable conduct, 22nd May 1861, English, late 19th century. |
Physical description | Obv., embossed with a man carrying a female out of a fire, and the words. Rev., inscriptions enclosed by a wreath and crown. |
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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 19th century, in England, and signed "Benj, Wyon." The obverse of this medal is embossed with a man carrying a female out of a fire, and the words "Actions are our's, resultins are God's." The reverse has an inscription. |
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. 153. |
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Accession number | 1744-1877 |
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Record created | November 26, 2008 |
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