The Magellanic Premium, also known as the Magellanic Gold Medal and Magellanic Prize is awarded for major contributions in the field of navigation (whether by sea, air, or in space), astronomy, or natural philosophy.
The Premium was established in 1786 through a grant by
Jean-Hyacinthe Magellan ( pt, João Jacinto de Magalhães).
Benjamin Franklin
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, then President of the
American Philosophical Society
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, accepted it and established the terms of reference under which it would be given.
In the 217 years since Magellan offered the Premium, the APS has awarded on only 36 occasions (as of 2021): twelve for navigation, twelve for natural philosophy, and eleven for astronomy.
Recipients of the Magellanic Premium
Source
American Philosophical Society
See also
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List of general science and technology awards
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The Magellanic Premium
Science and technology awards
1786 establishments in England