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G. G. Leveson Gower, Duke of Sutherland: CM.85-2009

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G. G. Leveson Gower, Duke of Sutherland

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Engraver: Bain, W.

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2009) by The Royal Numismatic Society

Dating

Production date: AD 1840

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 49.3 mm Diameter 49.3 mm Weight 52.78 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bare head of the Duke of Sutherland facing left

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription

  • Text: G. G. ;LEVERSON GOWER. SUTHERLANDIAE DUX ET COMES. MDCCCXL.
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.85-2009
Primary reference Number: 228740

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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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