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50 francs: CM.2854-2003

An image of 50 francs

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Napoleon III (1852-70) (Struck in the name of)
State: France (After)

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Notes

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

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 28.1 mm
Image(width): 28.2 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Uncertain 1862 - Uncertain 1870

Components of the work

Object composed of brass (alloy)

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Laureate head of Napoloeon III left

  • Text: NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR // FACTICE
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Shield bearing eagle facing on perch head left, all under royal robes and crown on crossed sceptres, orb below

  • Text: EMPIRE FRANÇAIS // 50 / 50 // 1862
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2854-2003
Primary reference Number: 158881
Rogers: -
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 1 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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