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Foundation of the City of London School. 1834.: CM.856-2009

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

Foundation of the City of London School. 1834.

Maker(s)

Ruler: William IV (1830-37)
Engraver: Wyon, Benjamin

Entities

Categories

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2009-07-13) by HM Goverment in lieu of inheritance tax

Dating

Production date: AD 1834

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 57 mm Diameter 57 mm Weight 80.38 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: A view of the west front of the school.

  • Text: CITY OF LONDON SCHOOL (in exergue) FOUNDED BY THE CORPOATION 1834
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Knowledge, seated, instructing a youth standing leaning upon a tablet inscribed, arms of the city above.

  • Text: IOHN CARPENTER 1447. FOR THE RELIGIOUS & VIRTUOUS EDUCATION OF BOYS & THEIR INSTRUCTION IN LITERATURE & USEFUL KNOWLEDGE.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.856-2009
Primary reference Number: 228376
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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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