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Charles I Coronation Medal: CM.124-1984

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Titles

Charles I Coronation Medal

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)
Engraver: Briot, Nicholas

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Description

This medal was struck and distributed at the King's Coronation.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1984) by The Leverton Harris Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1626

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 25 mm Diameter 25 mm Weight 1.2 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Charles I, facing right, head bare, in ruff, armour, and ribband for medal.

  • Text: N. B. F.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Uniface.

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.124-1984
Primary reference Number: 227406
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 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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