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Gift of Mrs. Stanley Edwards and Miss Mary Edwards, 1971.63.7a © 2016 The Connecticut Historica…
Commemorative Medallion
Gift of Mrs. Stanley Edwards and Miss Mary Edwards, 1971.63.7a © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Commemorative Medallion

Original Owner (American, 1806 - 1859)
Datebefore 1859
Mediumsilver
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 1 1/2in. (3.8cm)
ClassificationsSocial Events
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Stanley Edwards and Miss Mary Edwards
DescriptionA commemorative medallion (a) engraved to James A. Bunce. On the front of the medallion is an engraved image of a cherub seated and facing away from the viewer, holding a book in his hands. On the viewer's left is an engraved image of an open book with two quill pens. On the viewer's right is an engraved image of a large scroll and globe. Engraved around the edge it says "From the Editors of the 2nd No. of the "Excelsior"." On the reverse side, two garlands are engraved with an inscription in the center. A note (b) and envelope (c) accompany the medallion.
Object number1971.63.7a-c
NotesAccessioning Note: The medallion was wrapped in a piece of paper with a handwritten note. The note and the medallion were placed inside of an envelope. The note and envelope are located in the object file.
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Decanter
Unknown
1790-1810