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Scottish silver long cross and stars penny of Alexander III, Beriwck Type Ib, moneyer Robert.: CM.TR.1981-R

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Scottish silver long cross and stars penny of Alexander III, Beriwck Type Ib, moneyer Robert.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Alexander III (1249-86)
Moneyer: Robert (moneyer)
Mint: Berwick

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Measurements and weight

Diameter: 18 mm
Die Axis: 320 degrees
Weight: 1.24 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Loan (1937) by Master and Fellows of Trinity College, Cambridge

Dating

Production date: circa AD 1252

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

Struck

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.TR.1981-R
Primary reference Number: 231869

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Created: Monday 9 September 2019 Updated: Wednesday 18 December 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: External
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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