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Medal - Completion of the Thames Tunnel white metal
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1842 |
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| Composition | Pewter |
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| Obverse description | A cross-sectional view of the Thames Tunnel in high relief dominates the central field, depicting the twin arched bores receding in perspective beneath the River Thames, above which ships are shown sailing on the surface. The legend and date appear in the lower exergue, with engravers' names visible at the lower left and right of the tunnel facade. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse field bears a ten-line commemorative inscription detailing the tunnel's construction history, enclosed within a raised inner circle. A circular legend running around the outer border provides additional details regarding the route and length of the tunnel. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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