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Nicholas and Dorothy Wadham Medal: CM.24-1963

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Titles

Nicholas and Dorothy Wadham Medal

Maker(s)

Ruler: James I (1603-25)

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Description

Believed to have been struck in 1618 upon the death of Dorothy Wadham who outlived her husband by 9 years. The couple founded Wadham college in 1610. This medal has been constructed with two separate plates soldered together.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1963-03-16) by Perceval, Spencer George

Dating

Production date: AD 1618

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 60 mm Diameter 60 mm Weight 10.07 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Nicholas Wadham, three-quarters facing right, head bare in ruff and plain cloak.

  • Text: WHEN CHRIST WHO IS OVR LIFE SHAL APPEARE.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Bust of Dorothy Wadham, three-quarter facing left, in damasked gown, stiff ridd, and broad-brimmed hat.

  • Text: WE SHAL APPEARE WITH HIM IN GLORY.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.24-1963
Primary reference Number: 227385
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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

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