Impress of the seal of the Confederate States, 1862

Medalist: P. A. Foley

Medalist: Joseph Shepherd Wyon British

1864

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Title: Impress of the seal of the Confederate States, 1862
Artist: Medalist: P. A. Foley (1818–1872)
Artist: Medalist: Joseph Shepherd Wyon (British, London 1836–1873 Winchester)
Date: 1864
Culture: Irish
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: Diameter: 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
Credit Line: Museum Accession
Object Number: X.28
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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