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Part of a specimen set of the new United Kingdom coinage 2008, given to Dr Blackburn at the launch of the new designs in the Tower of London on 2 April 2008:: CM.204-2008

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Part of a specimen set of the new United Kingdom coinage 2008, given to Dr Blackburn at the launch of the new designs in the Tower of London on 2 April 2008:

Maker(s)

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

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Description

Elizabeth II, 2 pence, 2008.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2008-04-28) by Blackburn, Mark, Dr

Dating

Production date: AD 2008

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.204-2008
Primary reference Number: 248540
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Created: Monday 14 September 2020 Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023 Last processed: Tuesday 8 August 2023

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

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