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Commander of the British Empire: CM.815-1996

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Titles

Commander of the British Empire

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Goldsmith: Garrard & Co.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1996-10-14) by Prof. E.J.H. Corner

Dating

1972 -

Components of the work

Object composed of gilt Diameter (min) 63 mm Diameter 63 mm

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Badge is in form of a cross patonce with a centre of red then gold. The profiles of King George V and Queen Mary.

  • Text: FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.815-1996
Primary reference Number: 226937

Audit data

Created: Monday 9 February 2015 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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