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Penny: CM.337-2017

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Stephen (1135-1154)

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Description

A lead striking from an unofficial obverse die for a silver penny of Stephen (type 1; Cross Moline or Watford type), uniface.

Notes

History note: Ex Jonathan Mann, April 2017; found in Worcestershire?

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2017-07-10) by Allen, M. R., Dr

Dating

Production date: post AD 1135

Components of the work

Object composed of lead Diameter 21.63 mm Weight 5.09 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.337-2017
Primary reference Number: 241500
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 16 July 2020 Updated: Tuesday 2 May 2023 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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