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1942

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Medal

This is a Medal. It was designed by Pierre Joseph Lorthior. It is dated 1733–1800 and we acquired it in 1942. Its medium is cast silver. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Norvin Hewitt Green.

Its dimensions are

Diam.: 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Medal; Designed by Pierre Joseph Lorthior (French, 1733 - 1813); cast silver; Diam.: 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in.); 1942-88-17

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