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Visit of Napoleon III to England
Engraver: Pinches Family
Method of acquisition: Given (1919-11-22) by Fry, Geoffrey
Production date: AD 1855
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 41.4 mm Diameter 41.4 mm Weight 38.04 g
Inscription present: French eagle supporting oval medallions with portraits of Queen Victoria and Napoleon III, sprays of roses thistles and shamrock around.
Inscription present: Crossed flags of France and England behind fasces
Accession number: CM.79.78-1919
Primary reference Number: 229241
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Visit of Napoleon III to England" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/229241 Accessed: 2024-11-22 11:29:52
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