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Death of Charles I 1649: CM.YG.3326-R

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Death of Charles I 1649

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)
Maker: Rawlins, Thomas

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Categories

Description

This medal commemorates the fortitude and constancy of the King.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1936-07-07) by Young, Arthur W.

Dating

Production date: AD 1649

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 27 mm Diameter 27 mm Weight 4.73 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Charles I, facing left, hair long, in plain falling collar, robes and star of garter. In his hand, a crown of thorns and scroll with motto "CHRISTI . TRACTO.

  • Text: IANII : 30 . 1648 . CAROLVS . PRIMVS . MORITVR . ET . VIVIT . EST . NOBILE . VICENDI . GENVS . PATIENTIA.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Rock, buffeted by winds, waves, and thunderstorms.

  • Text: (Highly worn)
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.YG.3326-R
Primary reference Number: 227438
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021 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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