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Sir Richard Brown: CM.44-1972

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Sir Richard Brown

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Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)

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Description

This medal was most likely a military reward in relation to the Royalist Sir Richard Brown.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1972) by Coin Duplicates Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1644

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 38 mm Diameter 38 mm Weight 9.08 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Sir Richard Brown, three-quarters left, in plain falling collar, armour and scarf across his breast.

  • Text: NON . VIR . SED . VIRTVS.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Armorial shield of Brown.

  • Text: FOR KING AND PARLIAMENT. 1644.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.44-1972
Primary reference Number: 227431
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Audit data

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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