Medal, Centenary of Wesleyan Methodism medal, 1839

Historical information

Medal issue to mark the centenary of Wesleyan Methodism in 1839. Charles Wesley (1707 - 1788) was the brother of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism.

Physical description

White metal medal with portrait of Charles Wesley on face, inscription on reverse.

Inscriptions & markings

Face: "Charles Wesley M.A. Born Dec. 18 1708 Died Mar. 29 1788"
Reverse: "Centenary of Wesleyan Methodism 1839 God buries his workmen, but carries on his work"

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