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Battle of the Boyne. 1 July 1690: CM.YG.3389-R

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Battle of the Boyne. 1 July 1690

Maker(s)

Ruler: William III (1689-1702)
Engraver: Arondeaux, R.

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Description

This medal was struck in commemoration of the Battle of the Boyne.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1936-07-07) by Young, Arthur W.

Dating

Production date: AD 1690

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 49 mm Diameter 49 mm Weight 35.03 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of William III, facing right, laureate, hair long in front of both shoulders, in armour and mantle.

  • Text: GVIL . III M . BRIT . R . DE.IAC . ET LUD . TRIUMP. (on truncation) ARONDEAUX.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: William on horseback, facing right, crosses the river at the head of his cavalry; on the opposite bank, the enemy fleeing.

  • Text: ET VULNERA ET INVIA SPERNIT. (in exergue) EIICIT IACOBUM RESTITUIT HIBERNIAM. MDCXC.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.YG.3389-R
Primary reference Number: 227669
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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