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Medal - Menai Suspension and Britannia Tubular Bridges
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 1850 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
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| Obverse description | The upper field features a finely engraved panoramic view in low relief depicting the Britannia Tubular Bridge in the foreground, with the Menai Suspension Bridge visible in the middle distance against a backdrop of mountains and sky; sailing vessels are shown on the water below. The lower portion of the field contains a rectangular panel bearing the inscription in three lines. The engravers' name ALLEN & MOORE is inscribed in small lettering along the lower border of the scenic vignette. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | THE MENAI SUSPENSION, AND BRITANNIA TUBULAR BRIDGES. |
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