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Battle of Dunbar 1650
Ruler:
Cromwell, Oliver (1653-1658)
Engraver:
Simon, Thomas
This medal was struck and awarded to those present at the battle of Dunbar, 3rd September 1650.
Method of acquisition: Given (1938-10-14) by Clarke, Louis Colville Gray
Production date: AD 1650
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 35 mm Diameter 35 mm Weight 14.42 g
Inscription present: Bust of Cromwell, facing left, hair long in plain falling collar, armour, and scarf festooned upon the breast; in the distance, battle.
Inscription present: The Parliament assembled in one house with the Speaker.
Accession number: CM.218-1938
Primary reference Number: 227484
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Battle of Dunbar 1650" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/227484 Accessed: 2024-11-15 05:52:14
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