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Foundation of Christchurch Birmingham. 1805.: CM.167-1917

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Titles

Foundation of Christchurch Birmingham. 1805.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Engraver: Webb, Thomas

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1917-05-25) by Rattey, William

Dating

Production date: AD 1805

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 42 mm Diameter 42 mm Weight 38.09 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Cuirassed draped bust of George III, facing right.

  • Text: GEORGIUS III . D : G . BRITANNIARUM REX . F . D.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: View of the church.

  • Text: AED . XTI : LAP . PRIM : ANG : P : C : GEO III : FIDEI COLUMEN . PRAESIDIUM . DECUS. (in exergue) BIRM : XI . CAL : AUG : MDCCCV
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.167-1917
Primary reference Number: 227974
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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