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The Bombardment of Algiers. 1816.: CM.36-1965

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Titles

The Bombardment of Algiers. 1816.

Maker(s)

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

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1965-03-11) by Coin Duplicates Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1816

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 50 mm Diameter 50 mm Weight 62.34 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Laureate bust of the Prince Regent in ornate armour, facing left.

  • Text: TO TAME THE PROUD THE FETTER'D SLAVE TO FREE THESE ARE IMPERIAL ARTS AND WORTHY THEE (in exergue) GEORGE PRINCE REGENT.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: View of the action, ships in foreground.

  • Text: (in exergue) ALGIERS BOMBARDED ITS FLEET DESTROYED & CHRISTIAN SLAVERY EXTINGUISHED AUG 27 EXMOUTH 1816.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.36-1965
Primary reference Number: 228023
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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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