Medal
19th century (made)
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This is a bronze medal made in England around 1802, and signed "C. H. Küchler." This medal commemorates the peace of 1st June 1802. The obverse of this medal represents a profile bust of King George III. The reverse shows female figure with symbols of Peace and Plenty, and legend "Triumphis potior. Pax ubique MDCCCII."
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Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, commemorating the Peace of Amiens, English, ca. 1802 |
Physical description | Obv., profile bust of King George III. Rev., female figure with symbols of Peace and Plenty. |
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Credit line | Given by W. Fleming, F.R.C.S.E. |
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Summary | This is a bronze medal made in England around 1802, and signed "C. H. Küchler." This medal commemorates the peace of 1st June 1802. The obverse of this medal represents a profile bust of King George III. The reverse shows female figure with symbols of Peace and Plenty, and legend "Triumphis potior. Pax ubique MDCCCII." |
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. 167. |
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Accession number | 1837-1877 |
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Record created | December 9, 2008 |
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