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The discovery of sun spots 1868 by Dr P. C. Jules Jansen and Sir Joseph Norman Lockyer: CM.812-1948

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Titles

The discovery of sun spots 1868 by Dr P. C. Jules Jansen and Sir Joseph Norman Lockyer

Maker(s)

Engraver: Dubois, A.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1948-12-16) by Russell, T. H.

Dating

Production date: AD 1868

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 68.1 mm Diameter 68.1 mm Weight 151.59 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare heads of Dr P. C. Jules Janssen and Sir Joseph Norman Lockyer

  • Text: P.C. JULES JANSSEN J. NORMAN LOCKYER
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: The Greek sun god Helios on a chariot pulled by four horses

  • Text: ANALYSE DES PROTUBERANCES SOLAIRES .18 AOUT 1968.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.812-1948
Primary reference Number: 228730
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 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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