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An extremely rare issue. Prof. Grierson considered buying this specimen in 1945, and has not been offered one since.: CM.220-2002

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An extremely rare issue. Prof. Grierson considered buying this specimen in 1945, and has not been offered one since.

Maker(s)

Mint: Ribe

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Description

Denmark, anonymous issue of Ribe, c.1380, silver hvid (Galster 1972, no. 1), 1.18g. Ex Lockett (not in sale); ex Grantley (Glendining 7.2.1945), lot 3880; ex Spink.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2002-03-04) by Mitchell, Peter

Dating

Production date: circa AD 1380

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 1.18 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.220-2002
Primary reference Number: 257177
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Created: Tuesday 10 November 2020 Updated: Friday 15 October 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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