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One of two Islamic coins and three prize medals:: CM.298-2005

Object information

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Titles

One of two Islamic coins and three prize medals:

Description

Afsharid, Shahrukh (first reign, 1748-50), silver two rupis, type C, Mashhad mint, AH 1161 or 1162 (SICA 9, 1440; Album 2773), 22.64g. Acquired by Prof. Henderson’s father in Mesopotamia, 1920s.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2005-05-09) by Henderson, George and Isabel

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.298-2005
Primary reference Number: 253029
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 6 October 2020 Updated: Thursday 20 May 2021 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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