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United Kingdom: CM.SL.97-R

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Ruler: George II (1727-60)
Mint: Royal Mint

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Description

A very worn halfpenny, with overstrike on the obverse in the form of an arched crown, W within. On the reverse, the stamped letters [...]ATON.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Loan (1937) by Master and Fellows of Selwyn College

Components of the work

Object composed of copper Diameter 28.1 mm Die Axis 200 degrees Weight 8.84 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.SL.97-R
Primary reference Number: 225773

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Created: Wednesday 5 December 2018 Updated: Wednesday 18 December 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: External
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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