Commemorative medal depicting Galilaeo Galilei (1564-1642)

Commemorative medal depicting Galilaeo Galilei (1564-1642). Obverse: Bust of the astronomer (left). Legend: 'GALILEVS GALILEI'. Reverse: Inscription within a wreath of stars and leaves, 'CONDITORI DISCIPLINAE AD . LEGES . MOTVS ET . ASTROR . CERTO COGNOSCENDAS.'

Object Details

ID: MEC2659
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Medal
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Cerbara, N.
Date made: circa 1850
People: Galilaeo, Galilei; Galilaeo, Galilei Cerbara, N.
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 41 mm