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Landing of William of Orange at Torbay 5 Nov 1688: CM.62-1939

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Landing of William of Orange at Torbay 5 Nov 1688

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Ruler: James II (1685-1701)
Engraver: Arondeaux, R.

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History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1939-03-18) by Barron, E. Evelyn

Dating

Production date: AD 1688

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 49 mm Diameter 49 mm Weight 48.01 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: William III of Orange, armed and habited as a Roman Emperor, tramples upon the serpent of Discord, and joins hands, over a blazing altar, with Britannia, who wears a triple crown; behind her the armorial shield of Britain, with Scotland in the first quarter, is suspended to an orange-tree, entwined with roses and thistles. In the distance are seen King James, and Father Petre, flying, the latter carrying the Prince, who is playing with a windmill. A rising sun typifies the hopeful state of England.

  • Text: DEO VINDICE IUSTITIA COMITE. (in exergue) R. A. F.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Boats landing troops near a fortified harbour; fleet in the distance.

  • Text: CONTRA INFANTEM PERDITIONIS. (in exergue) EXPEDITIO NAUALIS PRO LIBERTATE ANGLIÆ. MDCLXXVIII.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.62-1939
Primary reference Number: 227630

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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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

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