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Silver Medals and Medallions
Silver medals and medallions trace their origins back to ancient civilizations. Leaders awarded them as symbols of honour and recognition. By the Renaissance, European rulers and city-states adopted silver medallions to commemorate significant achievements. For instance, military victories, and influential figures. Skilled artisans engraved intricate designs and portraits onto these medallions, making each piece a work of art and a prized possession.
The 18th and 19th Centuries
In the 18th and 19th centuries, silver medals became popular in academic, military, and sporting contexts. Governments and institutions commissioned them to recognize excellence and bravery, establishing traditions that continue today. During this time, mints began to produce medals on a larger scale, using presses to create detailed, consistent designs more efficiently than before. Silver medals became particularly symbolic in military service, where soldiers received them for acts of valor and distinguished service.
The Modern Olympic Games
The modern Olympic Games, revived in 1896, further elevated silver medals to a global stage by including them in the medals awarded to athletes. Silver medals quickly gained widespread recognition as symbols of high achievement, second only to gold in the hierarchy of Olympic awards. This trend extended to other competitive events, from academic competitions to community service awards.
Nowadays
Today, silver medals and medallions continue to represent honor, skill, and dedication across various fields. Collectors and historians highly value antique silver medals for their historical significance and craftsmanship, seeing them as lasting symbols of human achievement and legacy.
Situated within the Central belt of Scotland (UK), we are a small, family run business. Indeed, we traded in silver for many years before forming Dart Silver Ltd in 2006.
