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Pietro Vettori (1499-1585), Florentine scholar: CM.85-1965

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Titles

Pietro Vettori (1499-1585), Florentine scholar

Maker(s)

G.R.F.

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Measurements and weight

Diameter: 39.4 mm
Weight: 28.10 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1965-11-25) by Coin Duplicates Fund

Dating

Production date: AD 1580

Note

School of Florence or Rome. Cast from a struck bronze medal.

Materials used in production

Bronze

Techniques used in production

Cast (process)

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.85-1965
Primary reference Number: 187751

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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