Coronation of King George IV. 1821.: CM.303-1989

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Titles

Coronation of King George IV. 1821.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George IV (1820-30)
Engraver: Mills, G.

Entities

British Isles

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1821

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 55 mm Diameter 55 mm Weight 84.89 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of George IV, facing right.

Text: GEORGIUS IV BRITANNIARUM REX
Location: Obverse
Type: Design

Inscription present: The King's Champion, left.

Text: PRO REGE DIMICO (in exergue) CORONAT JULII XIX MDCCCXXI.
Location: Reverse
Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

A Catalogue of British Historical Medals, 1760-1960. Vol I: The Accession of George III to the Death of William IV page(s): 267

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.303-1989
Primary reference Number: 228043
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019

Associated departments & institutions

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

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