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The Marquis of Camden Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. 1835.: CM.475-1916

Object information

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Titles

The Marquis of Camden Installed as Chancellor of Cambridge University. 1835.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George IV (1820-30)
Maker: Peters, J.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1916-11-24) by Benson, Arthur Christopher

Dating

Production date: AD 1835

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 43 mm Diameter 43 mm Weight 40.54 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of the Marquis of Camden, bare head, facing left.

  • Text: JOAN : JEFFERYS MARCH : CAMDEN : NOBILISS : ACAD : CANTAB : CANCELL : 1835
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Interior view of the Senate House, winged figure holding laurel wreath and palm branch flying above.

  • Text: (in exergue) DEUM TIMETO : REGEM HONORATO : VIRTUTEM COLITO : DISCIPLINIS BONIS OPERAM DATO.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.475-1916
Primary reference Number: 228295
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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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