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2 sovereigns: CM.2651-2003

An image of 2 sovereigns

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901) (Struck in the name of)
Issuer: Lauer, Ludwig Christian

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Notes

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

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 12.8 mm
Image(width): 13.0 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

1887 CE - 1901 CE

Components of the work

Object composed of brass (alloy)

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Victoria left

  • Text: IM: OF 2 SOVGN: L:CHR:LAUER
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: St George and dragon

  • Text: 1887
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2651-2003
Primary reference Number: 158678
Rogers: 503
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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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