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Reference NumberTPCK/9/28
TitleJohn Freind Commemorative Medal
Date1728
Creator Namede Saint Urbain; Ferdinand (1658-1738); artist, engraver and medallist
DescriptionBronze medal issued to commemorate English physician and politician John Freind (1675-1728). Obverse: profile bust of Freind, facing left, surrounded by the words "IOANNES.FREIND.COLL.MED.LOND.ET.REG.SS." Reverse: two figures standing and shaking hands, surrounded by the words "MEDICINA.VETVS.ET.NOVA", above, and "VNAM FACIMVS/VTRAMQVE." and, in smaller font, the maker's initials "SV.", below.
Extent1 item
Dimensions56mm (diameter) x 2.5mm (depth)
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameMedal
TermMedals
Anniversaries and Special Events
Medicine
Politics
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/5481Freind; John (1675-1728); physician and politician1675-1728
DS/UK/5480de Saint Urbain; Ferdinand (1658-1738); artist, engraver and medallist1658-1738
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