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Franklin Silver Medal

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Collection Type

  • Jewelry

GUSN

GUSN-28961

Description

Silver award medal with the left profile of Benjamin Franklin's bust. Engraved name, date, and a rose with leaves in verso. One hanging ring fixed on the edge of the medal.

Details

Descriptive Terms

medals
silver alloy
Prize
Medal, Prize
Medal, Prize

Inscription

Heads: "The gift of Franklin MDCCXC" all around the bust/"Mitchell" under the shoulder of the bust. Tails: "Awarded to Charles F. Russell, 1862"/ "F.N. Mitchell, SE" (Stamped, engraved)

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. C.H. St. John

Accession Number

1920.88

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