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Ruler: George IV (1820-30) (Struck in the name of)
History note: From the estate of Dr David J. de Sola Rogers (1946-99).
Image(height): 21.3 mm
Image(width): 27.5 mm
Method of acquisition: Given (2003-11-25) by Withers, Paul
1823 CE - Uncertain 1930 CE
Two foils, once box halves, soldered together
Object composed of brass (alloy)
Inscription present: Head of George IV left
Inscription present: St George and dragon
Accession number: CM.2841-2003
Primary reference Number: 158868
Rogers: 1464
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Double sovereign" Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/158868 Accessed: 2024-11-17 13:38:49
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