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Coronation 1689
Ruler:
William III (1689-1702)
Engraver:
Smeltzing, Jan
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Bought (1963-03-07)
Production date: AD 1689
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 49 mm Diameter 49 mm Weight 47.89 g
Inscription present: Bust of William III, facing right, laureate, hair long, no drapery.
Inscription present: The arms of Britain, suspended from an orange-tree, entwined with rose and thistle. From clouds above issue the words "ITE MISSA EST.", and lightening directed against James dropping his crown and sceptre, and Father Petre carrying away a pyx and the young Prince with his windmill; both are fleeing accompanied by the snakes of Discord.
Accession number: CM.14-1963
Primary reference Number: 227639
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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