1810 Life Saving Medal - Royal Humane Society Historical Medallion by W Wyon
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Obverse Description
Cherub blowing life into the flame
Reverse Description
Survivors on raft holding lifeless child waiting to be rescued by approaching rowboat
Features
Diameter: 73 mm
Material: Bronze
Condition: EF
Reference: no ref
Other Notable Information
The Royal Humane Society was established in 1774 after physician William Hayes began publicising the ability to resusitate people who have nearly drowned