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Couple being married in front of a crowd of dignitaries
Russia, Royalty & the Romanovs: The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
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LEONARD CHARLES WYON (1826-91)

Medal commemorating the visit of Emperor Nicholas I to England

1844

RCIN 443524

The reverse describes Emperor Nicholas I as Amicus et hospes (Friend and guest) of Queen Victoria. This early work by L.C. Wyon, who succeeded his father William as Chief Engraver at the Royal Mint in 1851, was acclaimed by Gladstone.

Probably acquired by Queen Victoria, c.1844
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