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One of two medieval English lead tokens found at Billingsgate, London c.1984:: CM.346-1993

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One of two medieval English lead tokens found at Billingsgate, London c.1984:

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Medieval English lead token found at Billingsgate, London c.1984: Crossed keys in ray border/cross and 4 pellets in ray border; c. 1425-90. Mitchiner (BNJ 1984), M.31. 11 mm, 0.54g.

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History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1993-10-11) by Blackburn, Mark, Dr

Dating

Circa 1425 - Circa 1490

Components of the work

Object composed of lead alloy Weight 0.54 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.346-1993
Primary reference Number: 275345
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Created: Thursday 19 November 2020 Updated: Tuesday 28 September 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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