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Centenary of the Revolution. 1788.: CM.M.285-R

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Centenary of the Revolution. 1788.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Engraver: Hamerani, Gioacchino

Entities

Categories

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown

Dating

Production date: AD 1788

Components of the work

Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 33 mm Diameter 33 mm Weight 10.59 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Laureate, draped cuirassed bust of William III, facing right.

  • Text: WILLIAM . III . OF . BLESSED . MEMORY.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within wreath.

  • Text: BRITONS NEVER WILL BE SLAVES (around) REVOLUTION . JUBILEE . NOVR IV .1788.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.M.285-R
Primary reference Number: 227934
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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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