To Cyrus W. Field from the State of Wisconsin for laying the Atlantic Cable, 1867

Medalist: Alfred Borrel French

19th century

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Title: To Cyrus W. Field from the State of Wisconsin for laying the Atlantic Cable, 1867
Artist: Medalist: Alfred Borrel (1836–1927)
Date: 19th century
Culture: French
Medium: Galvano, copper gilt
Dimensions: Diameter: 2 9/16 in. (6.5 cm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes-Reproductions
Credit Line: Gift of Cyrus W. Field, 1892
Object Number: 92.10.98a, b
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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