Marriage of King George III and Queen Charlotte.
Ruler:
George III (1760-1820)
Engraver:
Kirk, John
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Loan (1937) by Trinity College, Cambridge
Production date: AD 1761
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 37 mm Diameter 37 mm Weight 18.82 g
Inscription present: Conjoined busts of George III and Queen Charlotte, facing right; He, laureate, hair long tied behind, in armour with lion's head on breast, mantle fastened on shoulder with brooch; she, hair diadem and drapery fastened in front with brooch.
Inscription present: Eros, standing, fanning flames of two hearts burning on an altar.
Accession number: CM.TR.2158-R
Primary reference Number: 227916
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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