Medal - Victoria (National Prize in Science; silver) 1859 front Medal - Victoria (National Prize in Science; silver) 1859 back
Medal - Victoria (National Prize in Science; silver) 1859 photo
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Medal - Victoria National Prize in Science; silver

1859 year
Silver 34.8 g 39 mm
Description
Location
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Victoria (1837-1901)
Type
Award medals › Scholastic, academic and scientific awards
Year
1859
Composition
Silver
Weight
34.8 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#414502
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Beaded circle containing inscription on six lines with bar below. Continuous wreath of laurel leaves around. Large beaded border

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NATIONAL
PRIZE IN SCIENCE
AWARDED BY THE
SCIENCE AND ART
DEPARTMENT

Edge

Recipient name and date engraved