The James Joseph Sylvester medal of the Royal Society

Rezak discusses the James Joseph Sylvester medal of the Royal Society, highlighting the complexity and details involved in the creation and recognition of medallic prizes. The James Joseph Sylvester medal was established in 1901 by the Royal Society for the encouragement of mathematical research. Sy...

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Published inMedal (London) no. 83; p. 16
Main Author Rezak, Ira
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published London British Art Medal Society 01.10.2023
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Antisemitism
Awards & honors
Design
Medals
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Summary:Rezak discusses the James Joseph Sylvester medal of the Royal Society, highlighting the complexity and details involved in the creation and recognition of medallic prizes. The James Joseph Sylvester medal was established in 1901 by the Royal Society for the encouragement of mathematical research. Sylvester was a mathematician who faced unique challenges due to his Jewish origins. He also explores the creation of two medals specifically honoring Sylvester, including details about the engraver and the inscriptions on the medals. He mentions the scarcity of information regarding the sponsorship and distribution of one of the medals. He concludes by mentioning the significance of the James Joseph Sylvester medal and the influence of anti-Semitism during that time period.
ISSN:0263-7707