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British Museum. Donors Medal. 1997.: CM.37-1998

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Titles

British Museum. Donors Medal. 1997.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1998-03-02) by Hall, David J.

Dating

Production date: AD 1997

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze gilding Diameter (min) 44 mm Diameter 44 mm Weight 38.67 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of Sir Hans Sloane.

  • Text: SIR HANS SLOANE . FOUNDER BENEFACTOR . 1753.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Neo Classical Column.

  • Text: BRITISH MUSEUM DONORS MEDAL.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.37-1998
Primary reference Number: 228471
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Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023 Last processed: Tuesday 8 August 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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