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Thomas Simon's pattern 'petition' crown of 1663.
Ruler:
Charles II (1660-85)
Mint:
Royal Mint
Maker:
Thomas Simon (c. 1623 – 1665)
Submitted to Charles II as Simon's personal 'petition' that only his coin should be considered as the new format for all future British coinage.
History note: Ex Chaffero and Wakley collections; Wakley Collection sale, Sotheby's 6.12.1909, lot no. 156.
Method of acquisition: Given (1930) by Smart, Frank Gray
Production date: AD 1663
Object composed of silver Diameter 39 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 34.24 g
Accession number: CM.1.430-1930
Primary reference Number: 226390
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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