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Shilling: CM.2792-2003

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Queen Mary (wife of George V) (Struck in the name of)
Issuer: Golden Time

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Notes

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

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 23.4 mm
Image(width): 23.6 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

1912 - Uncertain 1935

Components of the work

Object composed of cardboard

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust of Queen Mary quarter left

  • Text: BRITT: CARD COINS 1912 // ยท MADE IN GERMANY
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Denomination in wreath

  • Text: 1
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2792-2003
Primary reference Number: 158819
Rogers: 962
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 15 July 2020 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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