Cromwell. Lord-General: CM.322-1964

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Titles

Cromwell. Lord-General

Maker(s)

Ruler: Cromwell, Oliver (1653-1658)
Engraver: Simon, Thomas

Entities

British Isles

Categories

Medal

Description

This medal was executed before Cromwell took the title of Protector. It was most likely intended for a military reward after his appointment as "Captain-General and Commander-in-chief" on 26th June 1950.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1964-10-15) by Peterborough Museum Society

Dating

Production date: AD 1650

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 32 mm Diameter 32 mm Weight 29.06 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Cromwell, three-quarters, facing right, in plain falling collar, armour, and scarf with fringe, tied in a knot on his right shoulder.

Text: OLI : CROMWEL . MILIT : PARL : DVS . GEN :
Location: Obverse
Type: Design

Inscription present: Uniface.

Location: Reverse
Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Medallic Illustrations of the History of Great Britain and Ireland to the Death of George II: Vol 1 page(s): 388

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.322-1964
Primary reference Number: 227498
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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