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Double sovereign: CM.2839-2003

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: George IV (1820-30) (Struck in the name of)

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Notes

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

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 26.9 mm
Image(width): 27.0 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

1823 CE - Uncertain 1930 CE

Components of the work

Object composed of copper

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Head of George IV left

  • Text: GEORGIUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIA REX F:D:
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: St George and dragon

  • Text: 1823
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2839-2003
Primary reference Number: 158866
Rogers: 1461
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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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