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John Hodgson MP: CM.63-1972

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John Hodgson MP

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Engraver: Ingram, T. W.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1972) by University Purchase Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1830

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 21.1 mm Diameter 21.1 mm Weight 78.03 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of John Hodgson, bare head facing left

  • Text: JOHN HODGSON. ELSWICK HOUSE. Below: BORN.JULY 30.1806. Around: ELECTED M.P. FOR NEWCASTLE ON TYNE JULY 30TH. 1830 .
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: The arms of Hodgson

  • Text: THE STRUGGLE OF FIFTY YEARS ACCOMPLISHED .EMANCIPATION.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.63-1972
Primary reference Number: 228716

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

Associated departments & institutions

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

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