Plaque - Archeologie, by S.E. Vernier, Paris Mint, France, circa 1924

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Item NU 20817 Plaque - Archeologie, by S.E. Vernier, France, circa 1924

Summary

"Archaeologie" medal by S.E. Vernier, France, circa 1924.

Obverse Description

Obverse features a naked female (archaeologist) kneeling amongst treasures. The figure holds a pick in her left hand whilst examining a cup she holds up in her right hand. Artist's name 'S.E. VERNIER' along right edge. Text at top reads: 'ARCHEO / LOGIE'.

Reverse Description

Reverse features Greek and Egyptian head either side of a decorative stone block or column capital.

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Collecting Areas

Public Life & Institutions
Acquisition Information

Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
Date Issued

circa 1924 AD
Issued By

France, circa 1924
Artist

Seraphim Emile Vernier, France, circa 1924
Inscriptions

Obverse inscription "ARCHEO / LOGIE". Artist's name "S.E. VERNIER" along right edge.
Series

Art
Material

Bronze
Axis

12
Classification

Medals, Art, Archaeology
Category

History & Technology
Discipline

Numismatics
Type of item

Object
Overall Dimensions

49 mm (Width), 69 mm (Height)
Shape

Rectangle
Keywords

Archaeology, Art Medals

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Item NU 20817 Plaque - Archeologie, by S.E. Vernier, France, circa 1924

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