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The First Volunteer Court. 1860.: CM.79.73-1919

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Titles

The First Volunteer Court. 1860.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Pinches, John

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Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1919-11-22) by Fry, Geoffrey

Dating

Production date: AD 1860

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 28 mm Diameter 28 mm Weight 8.67 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Diademed draped bust of Queen Victoria, facing left, over branches of laurel.

  • Text: VICTORIA
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription.

  • Text: TO COMMEMORATE THE FIRST VOLUNTEER COURT HELD BY HER MAJESTY AT ST JAMES'S PALACE MARCH TH 1860.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.79.73-1919
Primary reference Number: 228153
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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