Catalog
Medal - Founding of 'La Plata'
| Location | Argentina |
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| Year | 1882 |
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| Period | 19th century |
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| Obverse description | Panoramic river landscape in relief depicting mountains, a radiant sun rising above the horizon, two sailing vessels on the river, and cattle grazing in the foreground. The curved legend arcs around the upper field, with the city name appearing in the lower exergue area, separated by small stars. |
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| Obverse lettering | LEY DE 1o DE MAYO 1882 LA PLATA |
| Reverse description | Ten-line dedicatory inscription in the central field, surrounded by a laurel wreath tied with a ribbon bow at the base. The text names the Governor and Ministers of Buenos Aires Province and records the founding date of the city. |
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