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Thomas Simon's pattern 'petition' crown of 1663.: CM.1.430-1930

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Thomas Simon's pattern 'petition' crown of 1663.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles II (1660-85)
Mint: Royal Mint
Maker: Thomas Simon (c. 1623 – 1665)

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Description

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.

Notes

History note: Ex Chaffero and Wakley collections; Wakley Collection sale, Sotheby's 6.12.1909, lot no. 156.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1930) by Smart, Frank Gray

Dating

Production date: AD 1663

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter 39 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 34.24 g

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.1.430-1930
Primary reference Number: 226390

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Created: Wednesday 30 January 2019 Updated: Wednesday 18 June 2025

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

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