'Supremacy of the Church' medal, 1545
Ruler:
Henry VIII (1509-1547)
Mint:
London
After a severe struggle the clergy recognized Henry as their sole Protector, the only and supreme lord of the church and clergy of England, and, as far as allowable by the law of Christ, even its supreme head. This occurred in 1531, but the titles were not fully confirmed by Parliament before 1534, and were not formally proclaimed till 15 January, 1535. This medal was no doubt struck in commemoration of this acknowledgment of his supremacy.
Method of acquisition: Loan (1937) by Trinity College, Cambridge
Production date: AD 1545
Object composed of bronze Diameter 49 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 46.43 g
Accession number: CM.TR.2073-R
Primary reference Number: 226521
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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