Medal
19th century (made)
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This is a silver medal made in the early 19th century England, and signed "T. Wyon." The obverse of this medal represents the profile bust of Lord Nelson "Nelson et Bronti, Victor Trafalgar et Victima., Periit et periit Oct. 21, 1805." The reverse depicts the battle within a wreath, and the legend "Memoriæ Consecravit Gul. Turton, M. D., F. L. S." The exergue is inscribed "Esto perpetua."
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Materials and techniques | Silver |
Brief description | Medal, commemorating the Battle of Trafalgar and the death of Nelson, English, early 19th century. |
Physical description | Obv., profile bust of Lord Nelson. Rev., a representation of the battle within a wreath, and the legend. Inscribed exergue. |
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Credit line | Given by the W. Fleming, F.R.C.S.E. |
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Summary | This is a silver medal made in the early 19th century England, and signed "T. Wyon." The obverse of this medal represents the profile bust of Lord Nelson "Nelson et Bronti, Victor Trafalgar et Victima., Periit et periit Oct. 21, 1805." The reverse depicts the battle within a wreath, and the legend "Memoriæ Consecravit Gul. Turton, M. D., F. L. S." The exergue is inscribed "Esto perpetua." |
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. 143. |
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Accession number | 1673-1877 |
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Record created | November 19, 2008 |
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