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Alexander Pope. 1743.: CM.368-1989

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Alexander Pope. 1743.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George II (1727-60)
Engraver: Dassier, James Anthony

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1989-07-05) by Anonymous

Dating

Production date: AD 1743

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 29 mm Diameter 29 mm Weight 9.14 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Pope, facing right, hair short, in robe trimmed with fur.

  • Text: ALEXANDER POPE.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Within an ornamental border the inscription. Above, the head of Apollo; below, lyre and laurel branches.

  • Text: POETA ANGLUS . M.DCC.XLIII.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.368-1989
Primary reference Number: 227861
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 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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