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Memorial of Charles I 1649: CM.3961-1950

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Memorial of Charles I 1649

Maker(s)

Ruler: Charles I (1625-49)

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Description

This medal is of Dutch manufacture. The Medusa seen on the reverse is frequently symbolical of rebellion, sedition, and anarchy.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1951-04-01) by Bunn, C.J.

Dating

Production date: AD 1661

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 62 mm Diameter 62 mm Weight 43.59 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Charles I, facing right, hair long, in plain falling collar, armour, a medal suspended to ribband.

  • Text: POPVLE MEVS QVID FECI TIBI 1649. CAROLVS REX.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Head of Medusa, two outer concentric legends, divided by flaming sword, thunderbolt, and arms.

  • Text: BLASFEMANT DEVM . DECANT REGEM . SPERNVNT LEGEM. CONCILIABVLVM ANGLIÆ.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.3961-1950
Primary reference Number: 227445
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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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