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Halfpenny: CM.737-1986

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Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Die-engraver: Wyon, Thomas (Uncertain)

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Notes

History note: Given by an anonymous donor.

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 28.71 mm
Image(width): 29.29 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1986-12-08) by Anonymous

Dating

Production date: AD 1813

Note

Grained edge, almost invisible

Components of the work

Object composed of copper

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Duke of Wellington left, legend above and laurel-sprays below

  • Text: FIELD MARSHAL WELLINGTON
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Britannia seated left with trident and olive-branch, shield at left of chair, legend around, date in exergue, all in circle of points

  • Text: HALFPENNY TOKEN
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.737-1986
Primary reference Number: 170375
Withers: 1501
Davis: 92
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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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