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England, Edward IV, first reign (1461-70), AR penny, Durham mint, light coinage (1464-70), ‘mule’ of local obverse die and London-made reverse die (Blunt and Whitton type VII), 0.60 g. Purchased from Galata Coins for £75. A combination of types not recorded in Allen, The Durham Mint.: CM.260-2004

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England, Edward IV, first reign (1461-70), AR penny, Durham mint, light coinage (1464-70), ‘mule’ of local obverse die and London-made reverse die (Blunt and Whitton type VII), 0.60 g. Purchased from Galata Coins for £75. A combination of types not recorded in Allen, The Durham Mint.

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England, Edward IV, first reign (1461-70), AR penny, Durham mint, light coinage (1464-70), ‘mule’ of local obverse die and London-made reverse die (Blunt and Whitton type VII), 0.60 g. Purchased from Galata Coins for £75. A combination of types not recorded in Allen, The Durham Mint.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2004-06-09) by Allen, Martin, Dr.

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.260-2004
Primary reference Number: 254746
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Created: Monday 26 October 2020 Updated: Friday 21 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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