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Modern reproduction: CM.2878-2003

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An image of Modern reproduction
Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Issuer: Moore, Joseph (Birmingham medallist, fl. 1850)
Mint: Birmingham

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Notes

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

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 23.0 mm
Image(width): 23.3 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

1849 CE - Uncertain 1880 CE

Note

Brass foils gilded

Components of the work

Object composed of brass (alloy)

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Golden Hind at left docked in port with two buildings to right, two ships' boats passing beside quay with many people before

  • Text: EMIGRATION / TO / CALIFORNIA
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Three miners panning for gold in mountain stream

  • Text: 1849
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2878-2003
Primary reference Number: 158905
Rogers: 2461

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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