Abram Stevens Hewitt (1822–1903) 1900
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This 1900 medal by French artist Louis-Oscar Roty portrays Abram Stevens Hewitt (1822-1903) in profile. The inscription "INGENIO. SVO. VRBIS. BENEFACTOR ET REI PVBLICAE. CONSERVATOR" translates to "By his genius, benefactor of his city and guardian of the public good." This inscription highlights Hewitt's contributions to his community and public service. The inscription also includes "ÆTAT SVAE LXXVIII" which translates to "in the 78th year of his life." The medal is now part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.
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