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Penny: CM.2982-2003

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Edward VII (1901-10) (Struck in the name of)
Die-engraver: Pat., P.

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Notes

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

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 30.9 mm
Image(width): 31.0 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

1901 - Uncertain 1910

Note

Twin foils with inset in reverse showing enclosed photograph of Edward VII as boy

Components of the work

Object composed of copper

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Uniformed bust of Edward VII right

  • Text: HIS MAJESTY EDWARD VII
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Britannia seated right with trident and at right side shield into which photograph window inset

  • Text: ONE PENNY / 190[1]
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2982-2003
Primary reference Number: 159009
Rogers: 895
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 15 December 2023 Last processed: Friday 15 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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