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Coronation of King Edward VIII. 1937.: CM.6244-2007

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Coronation of King Edward VIII. 1937.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Edward VIII (1936)
Maker: Messrs John Pinches Ltd

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Categories

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2007-06-04) by McKee, John

Dating

Production date: AD 1937

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze gilding Diameter (min) 34 mm Diameter 34 mm Weight 18.12 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Crowned, draped bust of Edward VIII, facing left.

  • Text: EDWARDVS VIII DEI GRA : BRITT : OMN : REX
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Royal arms with supporters above, below wreath.

  • Text: EDWARD VIII 1937 (above) IN COMMEMORATION.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.6244-2007
Primary reference Number: 228267
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 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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