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Espadim: CM.PG.20312-2006

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Alfonso V (1438-1481)
Mint: Lisbon

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Notes

History note: Found in Grierson's rooms

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2006-11-20) by Grierson, Philip, Prof.

Components of the work

Object composed of billon Diameter 22.50 mm Weight 1.73 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: shield

  • Text: ADIVTORIVM:NOSTR[…]NO[…]
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: hand holding dagger

  • Text: ALFONS[…]:/GRACIE:REX:[.]
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.PG.20312-2006
Primary reference Number: 223531
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Audit data

Created: Monday 3 July 2017 Updated: Wednesday 29 August 2018 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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