Medal
18th century (made)
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This is a silver medal made in the 18th century, and signed "B. F." The obverse of this medal represents a profile head of King George III. The reverse shows two ships, and the words "Resolution, Adventure sailed from England, March MDCCLXXII."
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Materials and techniques | Silver |
Brief description | Medal, commemorating Captain Cook's second voyage, 'Resolution' and 'Adventure' set sail, 1772. English 18th century. |
Physical description | Obv., profile head of King George III., rev., two ships. |
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Credit line | Given by W. Fleming, F.R.C.S.E. |
Production | signed "B. F." |
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Summary | This is a silver medal made in the 18th century, and signed "B. F." The obverse of this medal represents a profile head of King George III. The reverse shows two ships, and the words "Resolution, Adventure sailed from England, March MDCCLXXII." |
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. 158 |
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Accession number | 1777-1877 |
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Record created | December 2, 2008 |
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