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Douzain: CM.PG.20076-2006

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Henry III (1574-1589)

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Notes

History note: Found in Grierson's rooms

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2006-11-20) by Grierson, Philip, Prof.

Dating

Production date: exact AD 1578

Components of the work

Object composed of billon Diameter 24.65 mm Weight 2.22 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: crowned shield of France, H either side

  • Text: HENRICVS.III.D.G.FRAN.ET.POL.REX
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: cross with crowns in angles

  • Text: SIT.NOMEN.DNI.BENEDICT.1578
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.PG.20076-2006
Primary reference Number: 223308
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 29 August 2018 Updated: Wednesday 29 August 2018 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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