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Centenary of the Accession of the House of Brunswick. 1814.: CM.292-1989

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Titles

Centenary of the Accession of the House of Brunswick. 1814.

Maker(s)

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

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1989-07-05) by Anonymous

Dating

Production date: AD 1814

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 50 mm Diameter 50 mm Weight 65.34 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Laureate head of the Prince Regent, facing right.

  • Text: THE ILLUSTS HOUSE OF BRUNSWICK ASCD THE THRONE OF GT BRITAIN AUGT 1T 1714.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Britannia standing upon a rock in the sea holding trident and victory on a globe, lion to left, shield and crown to right.

  • Text: EUROPE'S PROTECTING GENIUS (in exergue) CENTENARY COMPLETED IN THE 54H YR OF K. GEO : 3R AUGT. 1814.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.292-1989
Primary reference Number: 227987
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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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