The volume Commemorative Medals and Plaques from the Collections of Eötvös Loránd University has been published.
The book covers more than 500 commemorative medals and plaques related to the history of Eötvös Loránd University, supplemented with rich visual material and detailed descriptions. The material, compiled from eight different collections, provides a comprehensive overview of a special part of the university's material heritage.
The collection grows chronologically from the end of the 18th century, and the variety in the number of pieces is also reflected in the thematic diversity. Commemorative medals from anniversaries and partner universities, commemorative medals from our professors, commemorative medals linked to university events and anniversaries, and commemorative medals related to the history of science together paint an exciting historical picture.
The publication is not only valuable from a numismatic and cultural history perspective, but also fills a gap for those interested in the university's past.
The volume was published by the ELTE University Library and Archives and edited by museologist Georgina Schlay.
Discover the rich world of ELTE commemorative medals and plaques!
Photos and text: Rita Balla