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1862 London International Exhibition Prize Medal

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1862 London International Exhibition Prize Medal
<B>1862 London International Exhibition Prize Medal</B></I> BHM 2747, Eimer 1553. Bronze, 76.5 mm, 213 gm. A large medal engraved by Leonard Wyon, with the obverse design by Daniel Maclise. The obverse features a breathtaking allegorical scene of Britannia being courted by figures of Science, Art, Industry and Agriculture. The reverse shows an intricately engraved wreath with 1862 / LONDINI / HONORIS / CAUSA, or "Presented in London for the Sake of Honor", within. The edge is engraved CASPARSON & SCHMIDT, CLASS XX, indicating the recipient of this particular piece. A Select proof specimen with rich mahogany surfaces and prooflike fields.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)