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Cut farthing: CM.5-2020

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Description

England, Stephen (1135-54), Angevin Facing Bust and Two Stars type in the name of William (Mack 264), cut farthing, uncertain mint and moneyer, found near Old Sarum, Wilts, December 1988, 0.20g.

Notes

History note: Ex Dr David Rogers collection

Legal notes

Given by Paul and Bente Withers in memory of Dr Mark Blackburn

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2020) by Withers, Paul and Bente

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.5-2020
Primary reference Number: 300448
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Created: Tuesday 13 July 2021 Updated: Tuesday 17 June 2025 Last processed: Tuesday 17 June 2025

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

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