One of a group of 11 South American coins, medals and tokens formerly belonging to his grandfather, J. A. Burns, who was general manager of Wilson & Co, a shipping agent in Rio de Janero during the 1920s and 1930s.
Brazil, Companhia Nictheroi & Inhomerim, brass ticket for the ferry at Rio de Janeiro; obv. steam-ship, rev. mark of value, signed 'W. J. Taylor, London' [Taylor worked as a London die-sinker and medallist, fl. 1829-85]; oval, 45 x 34mm; value: 500 reis.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (1994-10-10) by Carolin, Peter, Prof.
Object composed of brass
Accession number: CM.197-1994
Primary reference Number: 274494
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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