The obverse shows the heads of Minerva and Mercury, and has been struck from the original die of a medal which the Society first used in 1820. It was designed by William Wyon RA, based on an earlier design by John Flaxman RA. The lettering on the reverse is new and was cut by George T Friend to the design of John R Biggs. The medal is silver gilt
Plaque made by Wedgwood and the surrounds by G Bucklow and Sons Ltd
Plaque made by Wedgwood and the surrounds by G Bucklow and Sons Ltd. Photograph by Engravers Guild Ltd
Won prize of £10 under section 1, Architectural Decoration, prize offered by Messrs Smith and Wellstood Limited
Won prize of £12 10s and a share of £25 with the two other winners, under section 3, Furniture, prize offered by the RSA
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