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Medal - Engraving study, at the Banco de Portugal workshops - 2002
| Location | Portugal |
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| Year | 2002 |
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| Composition | Bronze |
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| Obverse description | A draped allegorical female figure in high relief dominates the field, depicted in a dynamic pose holding a caduceus and what appears to be scales or reins, evoking Commerce or Industry. In the background, neoclassical buildings with columns are visible to the left, while to the right an early steam locomotive and industrial structures are depicted in lower relief, representing 19th-century industrial progress. The lower field features elaborate acanthus scrollwork and foliage. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a wreath of oak branches with acorns framing the central field, within which a scrolled ribbon banner bears the inscription '19º encontro' in relief. Above the wreath, a circular legend reads 'BANCO DE PORTUGAL · DIA DO REFORMADO ·' along the upper rim, with the date 'Lisboa, 18·Maio·2002 ·' along the right and lower rim. The central field contains a multi-line inscription, and sculptor and designer credits appear in small lettering at the lower interior of the wreath. |
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