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Medal commemorating the Exhibition of Machine-Tools at Berlin1844

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Bronze commemorative medal with raised relief of a classical female figure labeled 'GERMANIA,' holding a sword and wreath, surrounded by German text along the rim
Copper or bronze medal with raised relief design featuring a steam locomotive at center, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, grapes, and emblems of industry and commerce. German text around the border reads "VORWÄRTS MIT DEUTSCHEM FLEISSE UND DEUTSCHER KRAFT."
Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Medal commemorating the Exhibition of Machine-Tools at Berlin
Place Made
Germany
Date Made
1844
Medium
Bronze or copper alloy (?)
Dimensions
Diameter: 1 7/8 in. (47.63 mm)
Credit Line
Gift of Kirk S. Smith
Accession Number
M.2005.74.18
Classification
Jewelry and Adornments
Collecting Area
European Painting and Sculpture