Record

Reference NumberTPCK/9/32
TitleWilliam Hunter Commemorative Medal
Date1774
Creator NameBurch; Edward (1730-1814); engraver and draughtsman
DescriptionLarge, bronze medal issued to commemorate Scottish physician and anatomist William Hunter (1718-1783). Obverse: profile bust of Hunter, looking left, surrounded by the words "GVL.HVNTER.ANATOMICVS" and, in smaller font, the maker's name "BURCH.FEC.". Reverse: the image of a decorated vase with the words "OLIM.MEMINISSE.IVVABIT.", above, and the year "1774" near the base.
Extent1 item
Dimensions81mm (diameter) x 6mm (depth)
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Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameMedal
TermMedals
Anniversaries and Special Events
Anatomy
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/1542Hunter; William (1718-1783); physician and anatomist1718-1783
DS/UK/5485Burch; Edward (1730-1814); engraver and draughtsman1730-1814
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