Universal Exhibition of London, 1862 1862

This silver medal, created by Jean-François-Antoine Bovy in 1862, commemorates the Universal Exhibition of London. The medal features a profile portrait of Queen Victoria, wearing a laurel wreath, with the inscription "VICTORIA QUEEN OF ENGLAND" surrounding her. The medal's small size, measuring just 51mm in diameter, suggests it was intended for personal use or as a souvenir of the exhibition. The exhibition, held in London's Hyde Park, was a major event in the history of industrial design and technology, showcasing innovations from around the world. The medal, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a reminder of this important historical event.