Medallic Art Co Bronze Medal “To Thine Own Self Be True” W/ Case

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Executed in a rich, warm patina, the obverse features the inscription “This Above All: To Thine Own Self Be True”—a … Read more Executed in a rich, warm patina, the obverse features the inscription “This Above All: To Thine Own Self Be True”—a line drawn from Shakespeare’s Hamlet—surrounding a striking central motif of a hand holding a compass over a cross form. The reverse presents a sculptural Art Deco–influenced composition, rendered in high relief with exceptional detail and depth.

Medallic Art Company, long regarded as one of America’s premier private mints, is known for producing medals of historical, institutional, and artistic significance. Pieces such as this occupy a space between object and artifact—collected for both their design and their meaning.

Housed in its original red leather presentation case with gilt interior marking.
A compelling desk object, paperweight, or addition to a collection of American medallic art.

Details:
-A finely cast bronze medal by Medallic Art Co., New York, presented in its original fitted case.
-Circular form, high relief design
-Shakespearean inscription: “To Thine Own Self Be True”
-Approximate Dimensions: 3" x 2.75" (medallion); 4.5" x 4.5" x 1.5"H (presentation box) See less