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One of eight medieval coins:: CM.49-2007

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Titles

One of eight medieval coins:

Maker(s)

Mint: Boulogne
Ruler: Eustace, Count of Boulogne (1150-3)

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Eustace IV, count of Boulogne (1150-3), son of Stephen of England, silver denier; obv. +EVSTACHVS, helmeted bust with sword before face; rev. +VRBS BOLONIE, cross with three pellets in each quarter (Poey d’Avant 6618). One three known specimens. 0.98g. Found in ‘Southern England’, early 1990s.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2007-03-05) by Conte, William J., Dr

Dating

1150 - 1153

Components of the work

Object Weight 0.98 g

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.49-2007
Primary reference Number: 250390
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Created: Monday 21 September 2020 Updated: Wednesday 19 May 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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