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British Isles: CM.5.1183-1933

Object information

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles II (1660-85)
Mint: Royal Mint

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Description

The 'Elephant' Mark below the monarch's portrait denotes the gold was supplied by the Royal African Company from West Africa. The 'Royal African Company' was founded in 1660 as 'The Company of Royal Adventurers Trading to Africa' by Charles II and in 1668 the first coin (this coin) was issued using gold supplied from this Company.

Notes

History note: Ex Doulton Collection sale, Christie's, 13.06.1888, lot 130.

Place(s) associated

  • London ⪼ United Kingdom

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933) by Henderson, James Stewart

Dating

Production date: AD 1668

Components of the work

Object composed of gold Diameter 35.5 mm Die Axis 180 degrees Weight 41.60 g

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.5.1183-1933
Primary reference Number: 226509
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Audit data

Created: Friday 22 February 2019 Updated: Friday 22 February 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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