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The Battle of Albuera, Polish attack, the Peninsular War, a Trial piece, Uniface impression of reverse: CM.840-2009

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Titles

The Battle of Albuera, Polish attack, the Peninsular War, a Trial piece, Uniface impression of reverse

Maker(s)

Engraver: Mudie, James

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2009) by Pollard, J. G.

Dating

Production date: AD 1811

Note

Reverse a copy of Webb, T. and Brenet, N. G. A.

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 45 mm Diameter 45 mm Weight 77.31 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: A Polish lancer attacking a British infantryman

  • Text: In exergue: BATTLE OF ALBUERA XVI. MAY MDCCCXI
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.840-2009
Primary reference Number: 229439
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Audit data

Created: Monday 19 August 2019 Updated: Thursday 29 August 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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