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Penny: CM.347-1969

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Harold II (1066)
Moneyer: Beorhtric
Mint: Cambridge

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Notes

History note: Donated Grierson; Sotheby 15.10.1969, 10

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1969-12-02) by Grierson, Philip, Prof.

Dating

Production date: AD 1066

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter 18.4 mm Die Axis 270 degrees Weight 1.38 g

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: +HãROLD REX ãNgLO
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design
  • Text: +BRIHTRI6 ON gRã
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.347-1969
Primary reference Number: 218082
North: 836
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Audit data

Created: Monday 21 July 2014 Updated: Wednesday 17 January 2024 Last processed: Wednesday 17 January 2024

Associated departments & institutions

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

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