Stories of Medics and Medicine in the Royal Collection
The Royal Collection contains fascinating objects and paintings that illustrate the changing perception and use of medicine over time
Design for the Queen's gift to Florence Nightingale
published 14 Feb 1856RCIN 659460
This is a hand-coloured lithograph of Prince Albert’s design for the badge of the Order of Mercy, which was awarded to Florence Nightingale as a reward for her work. The back of the brooch had an engraving of thanks from Queen Victoria.