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Half guinea: CM.2432-2003

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820) (Struck in the name of)
Issuer: Cooke, John

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Notes

History note: From the estate of Dr David J. de Sola Rogers (1946-99).

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 21.8 mm
Image(width): 21.7 mm

Place(s) associated

  • London

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2003-11-25) by Withers, Paul

Dating

1830 - 1940

Components of the work

Object composed of copper alloy

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of George III right

  • Text: GEORGE III DEI GRATIA
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Two plant-like figures, one holding long sceptre

  • Text: IDO[inverted L]NOCEN.. IEMHCVO
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2432-2003
Primary reference Number: 158459
Rogers: 24
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 7 September 2020 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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