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Medal commemorating Earl Spencer First Lord of the Admiralty
Engraver: Wyon, Thomas
Method of acquisition: Bought (1990) by Unknown
Production date: AD 1799
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 38.3 mm Diameter 38.3 mm Weight 29.20 g
Inscription present: Bust of Earl Spencer in tie-wig, coat. Ruffle and coat over right shoulder
Inscription present: Fame holding a wreath in her right hand leans against a ship's rudder and blows a trumpet. A foul anchor at her feet
Accession number: CM.208-1990
Primary reference Number: 228863
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Medal commemorating Earl Spencer First Lord of the Admiralty" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/228863 Accessed: 2024-11-25 13:00:22
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