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5 pounds: CM.315-2013

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An image of 5 pounds
Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Ian Rank-Broadley (Obverse designer)
Mint: Royal Mint
Mark Richards (Reverse designer)

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Description

90th Birthday of Prince Philip.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2013-06-10) by Knox, Tim (FSA)

Dating

Production date: AD 2011

Components of the work

Object composed of cupro-nickel Diameter 38.6 mm Weight 28.28 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Profile portrait of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh

  • Text: PRINCE PHILIP 90TH BIRTHDAY
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.315-2013
Primary reference Number: 197914

Audit data

Created: Wednesday 9 April 2014 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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