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The battle of the first of June and Earl Howe: CM.100-1970

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Current Location: In storage

Titles

The battle of the first of June and Earl Howe

Maker(s)

Engraver: Wyon, William

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1970) by University Purchase Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1794

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 41.2 mm Diameter 41.2 mm Weight 38.46 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Earl Howe in Naval uniform facing right

  • Text: EARL HOWE ADML. OF THE WHITE K : G:
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Neptune standing in a marine car

  • Text: FRENCH FLEET DEFEATED OF USHANT In exergue VII SAIL OF THE LINE CAPTURED 1. JUNE MDCCXCIV.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.100-1970
Primary reference Number: 228718
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Audit data

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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