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Marriage of William, Prince of Orange, and Princess Anne. 14 March, 1734.: CM.81-1939

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Marriage of William, Prince of Orange, and Princess Anne. 14 March, 1734.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George II (1727-60)
Engraver: Holtzhey, Johann George

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Description

This medal commemorates the marriage of the Prince of Orange and Princess Anne.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1729

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 44 mm Diameter 44 mm Weight 30.42 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Busts, face to face, of William of Orange and Princess Anne. He, hair long, is in armour and mantle; she, hair bound with pearls, lovelocks, wears mantle fastened with brooches in front and on the shoulder.

  • Text: WILH . HENR . FRIS . PRINC . AVR . ET ANNA MAG . BRIT. (below) M. HOLTZHEY . FEC.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: The Prince and Princess join hands before a priest. On one side a Unicorn supports the shield of Britain; on the other a Lion, that Nassau.

  • Text: IN SPEM TEMPORIS FUTURI. (in exergue) CONIUGIO IUNCTI LONDINI . MDCCXXXIV . VIII . KAL . APRIL.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.81-1939
Primary reference Number: 227837

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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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