1874 London International Exhibition medal

Charlotte Treadwin had the privilege of exhibiting her lace at the 4th London International Exhibition in 1874. Like all other exhibitors she received this medal made by George Morgan, after designs by Joseph Boehm and James Gamble.

On the obverse is a portrait bust of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales. On the reverse is a View of the Horticultural Society's arcades, gardens and conservatory with the Albert Hall and Memorial in the background.

Object Summary

Accession Loan No.
1891/4/7/2
Collection Class
Numismatics
Material
bronze
Common Name
1874 London International Exhibition medal
Simple Name
medal
Inscription Transcription
ALBERT EDWARD PRINCE OF WALES PRESIDENT / G. MORGAN SC / BOEHM; LONDON ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OF ALL FINE ARTS INDUSTRIES AND INVENTIONS / MDCCCLXXIV
Period Classification
Victorian (1837-1901)
Production Country
United Kingdom: England
Production Date
1874
Production Person Initials
George T; Joseph Edgar; James
Production Person Surname
Morgan; Boehm; Gamble

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Mrs Treadwin’s 1874 London International Exhibition medal