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One of 580 coins from the Collection of Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry (1794-1858), formed during his long naval career, but including a number of coins clearly acquired on his last major voyage to the Far East, 1852-4, during which he led the US diplomatic mission which negotiated the opening of trade relations with Japan.: CM.519-2011

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One of 580 coins from the Collection of Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry (1794-1858), formed during his long naval career, but including a number of coins clearly acquired on his last major voyage to the Far East, 1852-4, during which he led the US diplomatic mission which negotiated the opening of trade relations with Japan.

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History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2011) by Barrett, William

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.519-2011
Primary reference Number: 244446
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Created: Thursday 3 September 2020 Updated: Monday 29 March 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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

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