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18th Century Commemorative Medal - Death of Matthew Boulton
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Basic Information | Accession Number: | 1966N693 |
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Collection: | Coins & Medals |
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Date: | 1809 - 1809 |
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Maker Information | Mint: | Soho Mint - View history |
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Moneyer: | Matthew Robinson Boulton - View biography for Matthew Robinson Boulton |
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Notes | This medal, commemorating the death of Matthew Boulton, records the many positive characteristics and achievements of this esteemed gentleman. The lengthy reverse inscription is taken from the mural monument erected in Handsworth church and the obverse depiction taken from Rouw's wax of 1803. | Transferred from the Birmingham Reference Library, 1966. |
Further Information | Reign: | King George III |
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Production Period: | 18th Century |
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Material(s): | Copper alloy |
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Place of Origin: | Birmingham, Staffordshire - originally, England |
Associated People | | Associated Places | | Associated Organisations | | Dimensions | Diameter: | 45 mm |
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