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Sovereign (coin): CM.2434-2003

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Issuer: Ardill, J.

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Notes

History note: From the estate of Dr David J. de Sola Rogers (1946-99).

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 21.8 mm
Image(width): 22.0 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2003-11-25) by Withers, Paul

Dating

Production date: uncertain AD 1817

Components of the work

Object composed of copper

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Legend on scrolls within wreath

  • Text: J.ARDILL ST GEORGE'S WORKS LEEDS
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Inscription around right hand holding five cards

  • Text: WHIST LOO SPECULATION NAPOLEON BRAG / VINGT ET UN CRIBBAGE FORMOSA
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2434-2003
Primary reference Number: 158461
Rogers: 27
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 15 December 2023 Last processed: Friday 15 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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