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Constantine the Great, emperor (AD307-337): LOANCM.1-2012

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Constantine the Great, emperor (AD307-337)

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Description

Cast bronze copy of a gold ‘medal’ bought by the Duc de Berry in 1402.

Measurements and weight

Diameter: 91 mm
Weight: 267 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Loan (1997) by The Weiss Family

Dating

Production date: AD 1402

Materials used in production

Bronze

Techniques used in production

Cast (process)

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Identification numbers

Accession number: LOANCM.1-2012
Primary reference Number: 187719

Audit data

Created: Monday 2 July 2012 Updated: Wednesday 4 December 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: External
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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