Medal - George III Stonehenge

€406,350.00
LocationUnited Kingdom
Year1796
TypeSouvenir medals/Art medal
CompositionSilver
Weight37 g
Diameter50 mm
Thickness
ShapeRound
TechniqueMilled
Orientation
Edge
Period
NoticeThomas Wyon the Elder
Reference(s) BHM#417, Eimer#876
Obverse descriptionView of Stonehenge within an inscribed open wreath, Druid`s head within wreath above
Obverse letteringTANTUM RELIGIO POTUIT STONEHENGE 1796
(Translation: So great was the power of religion)
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse descriptionA circular calendar with druidical signs representing the orrery of the druids
Reverse letteringDUM TACENT CLAMANT CHOIR GAVR
(Translation: While silent, they shout aloud)
Reverse scriptLatin
Engraver
Mintage1796  - -
Catalog ID3301838020
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