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William Roscoe: CM.81-1972

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William Roscoe

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Engraver: Wyon, Peter

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Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

Production date: AD 1806

Components of the work

Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 52.5 mm Diameter 52.5 mm Weight 53.24 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Draped bust of William Roscoe, bare head, facing left

  • Text: WIIAM ROSCOE on a wide border around: Above: THE FRIEND OF HUMANITY AND FREEDOM Below: THE ENLIGHTENED ADVOCATE OF PEACE
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: A mountain topped by Pegasus, lyre, staff and cap of liberty, scroll, trumpet and wreath with book inscribed LEO .X before.

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.81-1972
Primary reference Number: 228820

Audit data

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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