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Aspron Trachy: CM.186-2014

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Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Manuel I (1143-1180)
Mint: Constantinople

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2014-03-03) by Shillam, Matthew and Katrina

Dating

Circa 1160 -

Components of the work

Object composed of billon Diameter 19.5 mm Weight 1.06 g

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.186-2014
Primary reference Number: 209710

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Created: Wednesday 9 November 2016 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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