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Toleration Act. 1689
Ruler:
William III (1689-1702)
Engraver:
Müller, Philipp Heinrich
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (1937-12-14) by Barron, E. Evelyn
Production date: AD 1689
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 49 mm Diameter 49 mm Weight 44.41 g
Inscription present: Bust of William III, facing right, laureate, hair long, in armour with lion's head on the shoulder, and mantle.
Inscription present: Britannia, crowned and bearing a sceptre, is accompanied by Religion, holding a cross and an open Bible inscribed, "VERB . DEI MANET IN ÆTERNVM.", and by Liberty, carrying a cornucopia and a scroll inscribed, "Te?t.". She tramples upon the fires, chains, and yokes of superstition and tyranny, and seizes the hand of William, and whose side is the Belgic Lion.
Accession number: CM.276-1937
Primary reference Number: 227647
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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