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End of the First South African War. 1900.: CM.4-1929

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Titles

End of the First South African War. 1900.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Engraver: Fuchs, Emil

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1929-04-12) by Charrington, John

Dating

Production date: AD 1900

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 70 mm Diameter 70 mm Weight 125.01 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Angel ministering to fallen soldier.

  • Text: TO THE MEMORY OF THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR QUEEN AND COUNTRY. (below) SOUTH AFRICAN CAMPAIGN 1899 1900.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Bellona sheathing he sword, columns of troops marching to ships in harbour, the sun inscribed rising in distance.

  • Text: PAX
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.4-1929
Primary reference Number: 228239
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Monday 16 September 2019 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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