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Sixpence: CM.117-1984

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Mint: London
Ruler: Elizabeth I (1558-1603)

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Description

Elizabeth I (1558-1603), silver sixpence, im. crescent, 1589. North 2015. wt. 2.86g., London Mint

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1984-01-30) by Comber, C.H. Mr

Dating

Production date: AD 1589

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 2.86 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.117-1984
Primary reference Number: 283410
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 31 March 2021 Updated: Wednesday 25 August 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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