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Giovanni Melsi (d.1589): CM.108-1967

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Giovanni Melsi (d.1589)

Maker(s)

Artist: Giovanni dal Cavino (1500-1570)
Mint: Padua

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Measurements and weight

Diameter: 39 mm
Weight: 25.94 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Transferred (1967-10-09) by University Library

Dating

1500 CE - 1570 CE

Materials used in production

Silver

Techniques used in production

Struck

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.108-1967
Primary reference Number: 187735

Audit data

Created: Friday 12 October 2012 Updated: Friday 12 October 2012

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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