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C) One of sixteen British and Irish coins and contemporary forgeries.: CM.59-1997

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Titles

c) One of sixteen British and Irish coins and contemporary forgeries.

Maker(s)

Mint: Royal Mint
Ruler: George II (1727-60)

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Description

George II (1727-60), shilling, pierced and plugged, one side filed flat and engraved 'David & Mary Fryett, July 30 1784'.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1997-01-20) by Mossop, John, Mrs

Dating

1727 - 1760

Components of the work

Object composed of silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.59-1997
Primary reference Number: 269888
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 17 November 2020 Updated: Tuesday 5 October 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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