Musgrave Medal

The Musgrave Medal ( Musgrave medal ) is the highest distinction of the Institute of Jamaica. It is awarded annually for outstanding contributions in the field of literature, art and science.

History

The Musgrave Medals are awarded since 1897 and carry the name of the Institute 's founder Sir Anthony Musgrave, a former governor of Jamaica. After the death of Musgrave 1888, the Assembly of Governors decided to award the award annually. The British sculptor Alfred Toft designed the coin. Between 1897 and 1906 the prize was awarded for arts and crafts. Since 1897 silver and bronze medals were awarded Musgrave, 1941, the first gold medal. She went to Edna Manley for her contribution to the promotion of art and literature. The Musgrave Gold Medal is awarded as a prize for outstanding services in literature, art and science in the West Indies, but mostly went to Jamaican personalities.

The recipients of the Musgrave Medal because of their many years of service to be promoters of reform and change, excellent. The nominated person is therefore always in a context to influence and inspiration broad social layers. The winner of the prize will be announced annually in October.

Musgrave Gold Medal

The Musgrave Gold Medal is awarded to individuals or institutions that have achieved international importance in their areas of work. You will only be awarded if the requirements of the Musgrave Medal was achieved to an absolute maximum.

Recipient of the Musgrave Gold Medal (selection):

Musgrave Silver Medal

The Musgrave Medal in silver is not considered subordinate. You will be awarded to individuals and institutions that have achieved the performance of the gold medal, but this meaning can not prove at international level. Not more than six of these medals will be awarded per year.

Recipient of the Musgrave Silver Medal (selection):

Musgrave Medal in Bronze

This medal honors the performance of activities of local importance or the merits of young artists, musicians, writers and scientists. It is often used by individuals or organizations to encourage as an introduction ceremony of the Institute of Jamaica on their way.

Recipient of the Musgrave Medal in bronze (selection):

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