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Halfpenny: CM.222-2017

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Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Mint: The Royal Mint

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2017-04-24) by Lane, P., Mr.

Dating

Production date: AD 1971

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter 16.83 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 1.79 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Crowned, draped bust, right

  • Text: ELIZABETH THE SECOND 1971
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: obverse

  • Text: ISLE OF MAN / HALF NEW PENNY
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Flowers

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.222-2017
Primary reference Number: 241385
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 16 July 2020 Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023 Last processed: Tuesday 8 August 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Halfpenny" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/241385 Accessed: 2024-11-24 22:21:17

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