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Opening of the London and Birmingham Railway
Engraver: Pinches, J.
Method of acquisition: Given (1938-12-3) by Stamp, Lord
Production date: AD 1938
Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 64.6 mm Diameter 64.6 mm Weight 130.69 g
Inscription present: Euston Arch depicted
Inscription present: Inscription
Accession number: CM.223-1938
Primary reference Number: 229298
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Opening of the London and Birmingham Railway" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/229298 Accessed: 2024-11-14 16:01:29
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