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Royal Society of Arts Medal

Wyon, William (maker)

Science Museum

Science Museum
London, United Kingdom

Medal of the [Royal] Society of Arts, awarded to Cornelius Varley in 1831 for his "Vial" microscope, diameter 50mm, depth 4mm, silver, English. Rim: holes for former suspension ring.[?]. Obverse: legend, Arts and Commerce Promoted; heads of Athena and another, profile to left; artist on base of Athena, W Wyon. Reverse, laurel garland, legends Mr Cornelius Varley. MDCCCXXXI. For his microscope for Live Objects. Socv Insd. London 1753.

Details

  • Title: Royal Society of Arts Medal
  • Creator: Wyon, William (maker)
  • Date Created: 1831
  • Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom
  • Physical Dimensions: diameter 50 mm, thickness 4 mm
  • Type: medal

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