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The Majority of Princess Victoria. 1837.: CM.42-1997

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The Majority of Princess Victoria. 1837.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Ottley, J.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1997-01-20) by Mossop, John, Mrs

Dating

Production date: AD 1837

Components of the work

Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 51 mm Diameter 51 mm Weight 42.06 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Princess Victoria, fading left, head nearly facing.

  • Text: PRINCESS ALEXANDRINA VICTORIA.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription within open wreath.

  • Text: BORN 24 MAY 1819 DAUGHTER OF HIS LATE ROYAL HIGHNESS EDWARD DUKE OF KENT. (around) TO COMMEMORATE HER ROYAL HIGHNESS ATTAINING HER LEGAL MAJORITY 24 MAY 1837.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.42-1997
Primary reference Number: 228112

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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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

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