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Sixpence: CM.3207-2003

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Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Ruler: George VI (1936-52) (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): 20.1 mm
Image(width): 20.5 mm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

1937 CE - Uncertain 1952 CE

Note

Double-struck

Components of the work

Object composed of cardboard

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Head of George VI left with legend around in circle of points

  • Text: GEORGIVS VI D : G : BR : OMN : REX
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Crowned monogram GRI dividing date, legends around in circle of points

  • Text: FID·DEF· ·IND·IMP / SIXPENCE
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.3207-2003
Primary reference Number: 159234
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 1 September 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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