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Earl of Chesterfield. 1743.: CM.91-1966

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Titles

Earl of Chesterfield. 1743.

Maker(s)

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

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1966-10-13) by Coin Duplicates Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1743

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 55 mm Diameter 55 mm Weight 78.83 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of the Earl of Chesterfield, facing left, hair long, in coat, ribband, and star of the Garter.

  • Text: PHILIPPUS STANHOPE. (below) I. A. DASSIER . F.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Within an ornamental border the inscription.

  • Text: COMESDE CHESTERFIELD. MDCCXLIII
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.91-1966
Primary reference Number: 227862
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Audit data

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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