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Cut halfpenny: CM.567-2013

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Edward the Confessor (1042-66)
Mint: Cambridge

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Notes

History note: From the collection of the late Dr. David J. de Sola Rogers (1946-99).

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2013-10-14) by Galata Coins

Dating

1042 -

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter 15.6 mm Weight 0.37 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Bust facing, bearded and crowned.

  • Text: EADWERD REX ANG
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Small cross patt�e

  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.567-2013
Primary reference Number: 200382
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Created: Monday 9 February 2015 Updated: Monday 15 January 2024 Last processed: Monday 15 January 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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