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Death of William Beckford. 1770.: CM.121-1914

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Titles

Death of William Beckford. 1770.

Maker(s)

Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Maker: Kirk, John

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1914-01-22) by Benson, Arthur Christopher

Dating

Production date: AD 1770

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 42 mm Diameter 42 mm Weight 25.96 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Three quarter draped bust of William Beckford, nearly facing, holding sword.

  • Text: WILLM, BECKFORD . ESQR.
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription.

  • Text: THE. ZEALOUS. ADVOCATE. & INVA RIABLE . PROTECTOR OF . THE . RIGHTS . PRIV ILEGES & LIBERTIES OF . THE . PEOPLE. (in exergue) OBIIT . 21 . JUN . 1770 ANNO . AETATIS 65.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.121-1914
Primary reference Number: 228587

Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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

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