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Commemorating Giovanni Belzoni (1778-1823) opening the second pyramid at Giza.: CM.476-1970

Object information

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Titles

Commemorating Giovanni Belzoni (1778-1823) opening the second pyramid at Giza.

Maker(s)

Artist: T. I. Wells
Maker: Thomason & Jones

Categories

Measurements and weight

Diameter: 53.69 mm
Weight: 63.57 g

Place(s) associated

  • Derby ⪼ United Kingdom

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1970) by Whelan, W

Dating

Production date: AD 1818

Materials used in production

Bronze

Techniques used in production

Struck

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.476-1970
Primary reference Number: 223090
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 21 February 2018 Updated: Wednesday 21 February 2018 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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