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Abolition of the Slave Trade, William Wilberforce
Engraver: Webb, Thomas (metalsmith)
Method of acquisition: Given (1989) by Unknown
Production date: AD 1807
Object composed of silver Diameter (min) 53.7 mm Diameter 53.7 mm Weight 68.13 g
Inscription present: Bare head of William Wilberforce facing right
Inscription present: Britannia seated on a dais left attended by three allegorical figures, Victory in the clouds above.
Accession number: CM.285-1989
Primary reference Number: 228943
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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