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Medal Congress of Chambers of Commerce, silver

Location Canada
Year 1903
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Obverse description A panoramic view of Montreal with paddle-steamers and sailing vessels on the St. Lawrence River in the middle ground, and a cityscape with Mount Royal beyond. In the lower field, a detailed relief of the Board of Trade Building flanked by ribbon banners inscribed with its name and incorporation date. The entire design is framed by a wreath of maple leaves tied at the base, with a crowned heraldic badge at the top. The maker's signature BIRKS appears in the lower exergue.
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Reverse description The British Royal Arms in high relief at centre, with a lion and unicorn as supporters, the shield bearing the quartered arms and encircled by the Garter motto HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE, and the motto DIEU ET MON DROIT on a scroll below. Surrounding the central design are four shields representing dominions of the British Empire, each flanked by laurel branches. The commemorative legend runs around the outer border.
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