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Medal - James Paxton Crystal Palace; white metal; 41mm
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1854 |
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| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
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| Obverse description | Bare-headed bust of Sir Joseph Paxton in left-facing profile, in high relief, with finely detailed hair and sideburns. The legend 'SIR JOSEPH PAXTON' curves around the periphery, with the engraver's signature 'L. C. WYON' at lower right. |
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| Obverse lettering | SIR JOSEPH PAXTON L. C. WYON |
| Reverse description | A detailed relief view of the Crystal Palace exhibition building occupies the central field, showing the distinctive arched transept and long nave with glazed roof. The curved legend 'DESIGNED BY SIR JOSEPH PAXTON' arcs around the upper periphery, with multiple lines of inscription below the building recording key dates and the maker's name 'PINCHES LONDON' at the base. |
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