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Birthday of Princess Caroline of Orange 17 Feb. 1748
Ruler:
George II (1727-60)
Engraver:
Holtzhey, Martin
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1922) by Perceval, Spencer George
Production date: AD 1748
Object composed of gold Diameter (min) 21 mm Diameter 26 mm Weight 2.62 g
Inscription present: Bust conjoined, facing right, of William of Orange and Princess Anne. He hair long, is in armour and ribband across the breast; she wears coronet and mantle over the shoulders.
Inscription present: Bust of Princess Caroline, facing right, hair short, in embroidered gown.
Accession number: CM.4.20-1922
Primary reference Number: 227891
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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