Tercentenary of the birth of William Shakespeare
Engraver: Wyon, Leonard Charles
Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown
Production date: AD 1864
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 63.6 mm Diameter 63.6 mm Weight 131.30 g
Inscription present: Draped bust of William Shakespeare bare head facing left within circle of names of his works. Below: a staff horizontally, his signature and ornate wreath.
Inscription present: Figure of William Shakespeare seated upon clouds, attended by three female allegorical figures, one of whom crowns him with a laurel wreath.
Accession number: CM.M.596-R
Primary reference Number: 228845
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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