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Death of Mary. 28 December, 1694.: CM.129-1954

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Titles

Death of Mary. 28 December, 1694.

Maker(s)

Ruler: William III (1689-1702)

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Description

This medal is composed of the reverses of two other medals of the same subject.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1954-02-25) by Fagan, H., Mrs

Dating

Production date: AD 1694

Components of the work

Object composed of lead Diameter (min) 48 mm Diameter 48 mm Weight 19.82 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: The body of Mary lying in state under a canopy; the King seated, weeping, at the foot of the bed with attendants behind him; a bishop and two nobles kneel before him : in the background, the royal arms crowned.

  • Text: POPULIS LIBERATIS EREPTA OBIIT VII IAN MDCXCV.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Mary, holding a palm branch and reclining on a cloud.

  • Text: CORONA MELIORE DONATA VII IAN : MDCVC.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.129-1954
Primary reference Number: 227676
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 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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