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Foundation of the Farouk the First University of Alexandria. 1942.: CM.103-1946

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Titles

Foundation of the Farouk the First University of Alexandria. 1942.

Maker(s)

Engraver: Bichay, T.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1946-09-13) by Wace, Alan John Bayard

Dating

Production date: AD 1942

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 75 mm Diameter 75 mm Weight 185.74 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Conjoined busts of Alexander the Great and king Farouk above the lighthouse of Alexandria and a dhow.

  • Text: ???? ?N?PO? BA?I??V?
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Legend in ornamental Kufic script

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.103-1946
Primary reference Number: 228380
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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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