Jon,
We have one of the coins embedded in lava from the 1820s, which I just
happened to come across yesterday by coincidence. I can send more
details if required.
However, unless a clear expert emerges who has already written the
definitive history of these things, perhaps someone might consider
writing a paper or a note for the Geological Curator? It is clearly a
topic of some interest given the number and speed of replies to the
original email.
Matthew Parkes
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Subject: stamped lava 'medallions'
Dear All,
I've received an enquiry concerning souvenir 'medallions' stamped out of
freshly erupted lava. We have a couple of these in the Warwickshire
collection, from 19th century eruptions of Vesuvius. I'd be grateful for
information on any relevant research, collections, or articles.
With thanks
Jon
Jon Radley
Keeper of Geology
Warwickshire Museum
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