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Elizabeth I Counter
Ruler: Elizabeth I (1558-1603)
This would have been commonly used in the City of London during the reign of Elizabeth for the purposes of reckoning, or they may be merely tickets.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933-01) by Henderson, James Stewart
Production date: uncertain AD 1574
Object composed of lead Diameter (min) 21 mm Diameter 21 mm Weight 3.09 g
Inscription present: Two headed eagle
Inscription present: Rose crowned between E. R.
Accession number: CM.5.3138-1933
Primary reference Number: 227364
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Elizabeth I Counter" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/227364 Accessed: 2024-12-22 18:50:17
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