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British Isles: CM.P.91-1960

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth I (1558-1603)
Moneyer: Eloy Mestrelle (d. 1578)
Mint: Royal Mint

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Loan (1960) by Peterhouse

Dating

1560 - 1567

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter 31 mm Die Axis 180 degrees Weight 6.17 mm

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.P.91-1960
Primary reference Number: 226444

Audit data

Created: Wednesday 13 February 2019 Updated: Wednesday 18 December 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2025) "British Isles" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/226444 Accessed: 2025-12-05 08:43:53

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