Medal
late 18th century (made)
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This is a bronze medal made in the end of the 18th century England. The obverse of this medal represents a seated female presenting an olive branch to a nude child, and the words "Ducit amor patriæ. Instituted June 10, 1797" The reverse shows an altar, crowned, and with flags behind it, inscribed "Struck to commemorate the presentation of colours to the Birmingham Loyal Associations, June 4, 1798", "Jorden fecit et dedicavit."
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Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, struck to commemorate the presentation of colours to the Birmingham Loyal Associations, June 4, 1798. |
Physical description | Obv., a seated female presenting an olive ranch to a nude child. Rev., an altar, crowned, and an inscription with flags behind it. |
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Credit line | Given by the late Jas. W. Fleming |
Historical context | One of a number of medals and awards struck in recognition of the contribution made by the many local militias raised during the French Revolutionary Wars. |
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Summary | This is a bronze medal made in the end of the 18th century England. The obverse of this medal represents a seated female presenting an olive branch to a nude child, and the words "Ducit amor patriæ. Instituted June 10, 1797" The reverse shows an altar, crowned, and with flags behind it, inscribed "Struck to commemorate the presentation of colours to the Birmingham Loyal Associations, June 4, 1798", "Jorden fecit et dedicavit." |
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. 166. |
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Accession number | 1833-1877 |
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Record created | December 9, 2008 |
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