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A group of impressions of 24 medieval seals (mostly Scottish) and 7 gem stones, and plaster casts of 94 ancient Greek and Roman coins each in a gilt cardboard mount, probably from some standard 19th-century set. These formerly belonged to the donor's great grandfather, Robert Carfrae, FSA Scot. (1820-1900). Also three sealing wax impressions: Signet seal of Victoria and of Edward VII, and of the George Heriot hospital, which probably came from the donor's grandfather or uncle, who were Writers to the Signet.: CM.729-1992

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A group of impressions of 24 medieval seals (mostly Scottish) and 7 gem stones, and plaster casts of 94 ancient Greek and Roman coins each in a gilt cardboard mount, probably from some standard 19th-century set. These formerly belonged to the donor's great grandfather, Robert Carfrae, FSA Scot. (1820-1900). Also three sealing wax impressions: Signet seal of Victoria and of Edward VII, and of the George Heriot hospital, which probably came from the donor's grandfather or uncle, who were Writers to the Signet.

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A group of impressions of 24 medieval seals (mostly Scottish) and 7 gem stones, and plaster casts of 94 ancient Greek and Roman coins each in a gilt cardboard mount, probably from some standard 19th-century set. These formerly belonged to the donor's great grandfather, Robert Carfrae, FSA Scot. (1820-1900). Also three sealing wax impressions: Signet seal of Victoria and of Edward VII, and of the George Heriot hospital, which probably came from the donor's grandfather or uncle, who were Writers to the Signet.

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History note: Under Review

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Method of acquisition: Given (1992-07-20) by Notman, Janet, Miss

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Accession number: CM.729-1992
Primary reference Number: 276740
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Created: Friday 20 November 2020 Updated: Friday 10 September 2021 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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