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Edward VI: CM.M.157-R

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Edward VI

Maker(s)

Ruler: Edward VI (1547-53)
Engraver: Pingo, L.

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Categories

Description

This medal was given as an honorary reward, and presented to boys of the school Christ's Hospital, founded in 1553. Ones that were given out as prizes were punched however this one has been left as it was made.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 35 mm Diameter 35 mm Weight 16.47 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Edward VI facing right, hat surmounted by a crown, small ruff, ermine robe, collar and George of the Garter.

  • Text: EDWARD . VI . D . G . ANG . FR . ET . HIB . REX. (in exergue) L . PINGO . F .
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Open Bible.

  • Text: HEAR . READ . MARK . LEARN . (in exergue) CHRISTS HOSPITAL INST. MDLIII.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.157-R
Primary reference Number: 227355
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

Citation for print

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Edward VI" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/227355 Accessed: 2024-12-23 00:21:55

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