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2 pounds: CM.1703-2015

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Reverse designer: Rowlands, David
Mint: Royal Mint

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Description

First World War Centenary, Royal Navy Commemorative, proof. One of a Royal Mint proof set of five coins, 2014, in box of issue, 150x206 mm, with transparent and black plastic insert, explanatory leaflet and cardboard outer case.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2015-07-13) by Knox, Tim (FSA)

Dating

Production date: AD 2015

Components of the work

Object composed of cupro-nickel Diameter 28.4 mm Weight 12.00 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: First World War Centenary, Royal Navy

  • Text: THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1914-1918 2015 (on edge) THE SURE SHIELD OF BRITAIN
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.1703-2015
Primary reference Number: 221234
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 21 July 2015 Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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