1886 Commemorative Bronze Medals with Cases of Issue (2)

A superb example of the bronze medal issued to commemorate 'the…
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A superb example of the bronze medal issued to commemorate 'the Colonial & Indian Reception At the Guildhall - London 1886' in embossed case of issue. Also, a bronze medal issued for the 'International Exhibition of Navigation, Travelling, Commerce & Manufactures. Liverpool 1886' also in case of issue. (2 items).

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  • Bronze - An alloy of copper and tin, traditionally in the proportions of about 9 parts of copper to 1 part of tin.

    The discovery of bronze in Western Asia in the 4th century enabled people to create metal objects which were superior to those previoulsy possible because of its strength and hardness, and it has been used throughout the world for weapons, coins, tools, statuary and other decorative items.

    It is very fluid in a molten state, and its hardness, strength when set, and non-corrosive properties makes it most suitable for casting sculpture.
  • Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.

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