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Medal - Centenary of the Battle of Pichincha

Location Ecuador
Year 1922
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Composition Bronze
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Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering CENTENARIO DE LA BATALLA DE PICHINCHA L. CASADIO
Reverse description Complex allegorical composition in high relief: a winged Victory figure flies above the scene holding a torch, while a heroic male warrior figure advances to the left bearing a shield, before a flaming altar or brazier on a stand. Below, reclining and seated allegorical figures are depicted, one accompanied by a lyre, evoking themes of glory, sacrifice, and commemoration. The engraver's signature L. CASADIO appears at the left margin.
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