The Scottish Geographical Medal is the highest accolade awarded by the
Royal Scottish Geographical Society
The Royal Scottish Geographical Society (RSGS) is an educational charity based in Perth, Scotland, founded in 1884. The purpose of the society is to advance the subject of geography worldwide, inspire people to learn more about the world around ...
. It is presented for conspicuous merit and performance of world-wide repute. First awarded in 1890 as the Gold Medal, it has been known as the Scottish Geographical Medal since 1933.
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Recipients of the Scottish Geographical Medal (1933 – )
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RSGS
Recipients of the Gold Medal (1890 – 1927)
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RSGS
See also
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List of geography awards
This list of geography awards is an index to articles about notable awards for geography, the field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of the Earth and planets. The list is organized by the region an ...
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Awards of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society