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Penny: CM.856-2001

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Maker(s)

Ruler: William I (1066-87)
State: England
Mint: Bridport
Moneyer: Beorhtwig

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Notes

History note: Bt Spink 1986; ex Symonds 1973; ex Lord Deramore sale, Sotheby 16.1.1899.

Measurements and weight

Die Axis: 180 degrees
Weight: 1.39 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2001-04-30) by Conte, William J., Dr

Dating

Anglo-Norman
Circa 1083 - 1086

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.856-2001
Primary reference Number: 78521
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 11 January 2023 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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